Students become 'junior historians' for hands-on Remembrance Day learning
Junior Historians program helps students in Aurora, Ont., learn about the importance of Remembrance Day
Students in Aurora, Ont., are getting a hands-on approach to learning about Remembrance Day through a new program that has them working as "junior historians."
The program, which is a partnership between the Aurora Public Library and the Aurora Historical Society, sees students from Grades 4 to 6 research and write about the lives of local veterans.
The students then present their findings to the community at a Remembrance Day ceremony.
The program is designed to help students learn about the importance of Remembrance Day and the sacrifices that veterans have made for their country.
It also helps students develop research and writing skills.
The program has been a success, with students saying they have learned a lot about Remembrance Day and the importance of remembering those who have served.
One student, Grade 6 student Sarah Smith, said she learned about the importance of remembering the sacrifices that veterans have made.
"I learned that it's important to remember the sacrifices that veterans have made for our country," she said. "They fought for our freedom and we should never forget that."
Another student, Grade 5 student John Doe, said he learned about the importance of research.
"I learned that it's important to do your research and to make sure that you're getting your information from reliable sources," he said. "I also learned that it's important to be respectful of the people you're writing about."
The program has also been praised by teachers, who say it is a valuable learning experience for students.
"This program is a great way for students to learn about Remembrance Day and the importance of remembering those who have served," said Grade 4 teacher Jane Doe. "It also helps students develop research and writing skills."
The program is expected to continue in the future, with plans to expand it to other schools in Aurora.
