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Activities
Resources
Standards
About
November
Key November Observances
This month, we have teaching materials for National Native American Heritage Month (NNAHM), Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Small Business Saturday, and more.
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Native American Heritage Month Fun FactsDiscover more about this observance with our new AIAN handout for students. Then, view the teaching guide with cool activity ideas for every grade level.
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Honoring Those Who ServedHow many veterans live in your state? Identify states/territories with the smallest and largest percentages of veterans in the United States.
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Thanksgiving Day Fun FactsIn the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims — early settlers of Plymouth Colony — held a 3-day feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest.
Additional Resources for November
Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month
- Fun Facts About Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month Kahoot! Game
- Native American Dwellings Classroom Activity
Election Day – November 4
National STEM/STEAM Day – November 8
- From College to Jobs: Pathways in STEM Warm-Up Activity
- Where to Next—Exploring STEM Careers Kahoot! Game
Veterans Day – November 11
Geography Awareness Week – November 15-19
- Scavenger Hunt: Where is Gina the Geographer? Classroom Activity
- Scavenger Hunt: Where is Gina the Geographer? Kahoot! Game
- What Role Does Geography Play in the Census Activity
- Geography Activities
National Fast Food Day – November 16
- State Facts for Students Data Tool (Fast-food restaurants)
Game and Puzzle Week – November 20-26
Small Business Saturday – November 29
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