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Memorial Day remembrance picture
Draw a quiet picture of remembrance for Memorial Day.
Let's play →
A little plan for play
Open interactive activity →Add to play journal →What you need
A full sheet of paper and large child-appropriate crayons
Age: 3–5 years; choose for the individual child.
Stay with the child throughout. Check the space and supplies, including anything within reach of younger siblings. Skip any activity that is unsuitable. Stop if a child puts non-food material in their mouth or becomes distressed. Use intact books, full sheets of paper, a large child-appropriate crayon and a clean, dry towel. Follow product labels; remove torn paper and keep broken crayons and caps away from children. Adult handles and stores supplies.
Set up: Place paper and crayons on a clear table.
Adult's role: Explain simply that Memorial Day honors people who died while serving in the U.S. military. Follow the child's questions and let them choose whether to take part.
Let's make it happen
- Draw a flower, a star, or another shape that feels peaceful to you.
- Color the picture and add a border or other details if you like.
- Spend a quiet moment looking at the picture together, if you wish.
Make it simpler: Color a large flower drawn by an adult.
Clean up: Put crayons away and choose a place to keep the picture.
Keep the conversation age-appropriate and make participation optional. Stay nearby when young children use crayons.