Being a good neighbour

Join Squeaker and Gandy as they explore how to be a good neighbour on a local and global scale. In this three-minute animated video, young students will learn how Veterans have helped people around the world in times of need. They will also consider how they can be kind and helpful to neighbours in their school and community.

 

Discussion guides

Video discussion: Being a good neighbour

(Grades K-3)

Talk about what it means to be a good neighbour at home and at school.

Video discussion: Our global village

(Grades 4-6)

Explore the idea of being a good neighbour at home and around the world.

Classroom activities

Helping hands colouring sheet

(Grades K-3)

Learn how the Remembrance Club animals are helpful and kind. Display the colouring sheets in your classroom.

Lend a helping hand wreath

(Grades 4-6)

Challenge students to think about how their actions can make a difference.

Acts of kindness

(All ages)

Students work together on a project for their community.

Veteran guest speakers

(All ages)

Invite a Veteran or a Canadian Armed Forces member to speak to your class, school or community group.

Recognition cards

(All ages)

Order free cards students can use to write their message of thanks to Veterans in your community.

Valentines for Vets

(All ages)

Say thank you by sending valentines to Veterans living in long-term care.