Parades and Protests: 250 Years of the U.S. Army on Display: Kid's Article Package with FREEBIES x2

Bring the headlines to your classroom with this kid-friendly article about a major event in the U.S.—the Army’s 250th birthday parade and the nationwide protests that happened on the same day. From tanks and fireworks to signs and marches, this printable resource presents both celebration and civil protest in a balanced, factual way. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students learning about democracy, history and the right to speak up.

What’s Inside this hot-of-the-press-publication:

• What’s Going On? — Explains the dual events of June 14: a national military parade in Washington, DC, and President Trump’s birthday

• Who Was in the Parade? — Breaks down what kids saw in the parade: tanks, helicopters, skydivers, and more

• What Were the Protests About? — Introduces the “No Kings” protests and what citizens were standing up for

• Around the Country — Covers peaceful protests and incidents from New York to Los Angeles

•  Person Profile: President Donald Trump — A kid-level introduction to Trump and his role in the events

•  History Corner: Past U.S. military parades and why they’re rare

• Did You Know?: (Section of Facts to WOW young scholars!)

• Safety Tips for Big Events

•  DIY Activity Time with another one or two activities!: Design a Parade Float — A creative art prompt that encourages imagination and fun

• Culture Corner: Military parades around the world, from France to North Korea

• Joke Time — Includes age-appropriate humor to lighten serious topics, and includes other jokes based on current events too!

• BONUS FEATURES:  Discussion prompts, Kids Quiz with Answers & TWO freebie worksheets!

• Final Thought: A closing message about how both celebration and protest are powerful parts of freedom

Perfect for:

• Teaching students about American rights and responsibilities

• Exploring the difference between government celebration and public protest

• Building media literacy, emotional awareness, and critical thinking

• Linking current events to social studies or civics lessons

Do purchase this if the following is something you’re looking for:

• A neutral, fact-based resource that respects different views while keeping it kid-safe

• An easy-to-print news article for Grades 2–7 that encourages thoughtful classroom conversations

• Engaging bonus features: drawing activity, discussion starters, jokes, and trivia

• A tool for helping children understand both patriotism and peaceful protest

This article from Big News For Little Minds™ helps young readers understand that the heart of democracy includes both marching bands and marching voices. It’s Big News for Little Minds™—educating, inspiring, and informing one page at a time.

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• Ideal for Ages: Students in elementary school (only if they are ready for this type of publication) 8+ in age

• Teaching Duration: 1 class period, depending on the depth of exploration.

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