Memorial Day: 10 Facts About the Poppy Flower
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the brave soldiers who gave their lives for our country. One of the symbols of Memorial Day is the poppy flower. Here are 10 interesting facts about the poppy flower that you can share with your students.
1. Poppies and Memorial Day
The red poppy is a symbol of remembrance for soldiers who died in wars. It became a symbol after World War I.
2. Inspiration from a Poem
The famous poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae inspired the use of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance. The poem talks about poppies growing in the battlefields.
3. Poppy Day
In many countries, people wear poppies on their clothes on Memorial Day to show respect for fallen soldiers. This is also called Poppy Day.
4. Poppies are Red
The most common color for memorial poppies is red. The red color represents the blood of the soldiers who died.
5. Poppies Grow in Poor Soil
Poppies can grow in soil that is not very good. After World War I, they grew on the battlefields because the soil was disturbed by the fighting.
6. Poppy Seeds
Poppy seeds can lie dormant in the ground for many years. They only grow when the soil is disturbed, which is why they appeared in the battlefields.
7. Poppy Wreaths
People make wreaths out of poppies to lay at memorials and graves of soldiers. This is a way to honor their memory.
8. The American Legion
The American Legion, a group that supports veterans, started selling poppies in 1920 to raise money for soldiers who were hurt in wars.
9. Poppy Sales Help Veterans
Money raised from selling poppies helps veterans and their families. It provides support and services for those who served in the military.
10. National Poppy Day
The Friday before Memorial Day is called National Poppy Day in the United States. On this day, people are encouraged to wear a red poppy to show support for veterans.
Sharing these facts with your students can help them understand the importance of Memorial Day and the poppy flower as a symbol of remembrance and honor.
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