Description
American Holidays Activities for Google Classroom Digital Resources
Looking for meaningful activities to teach national American holidays in your elementary classroom? This interactive Google Slides™ resource helps students explore the purpose and traditions behind important U.S. holidays like Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Juneteenth, Veterans Day, and more. With drag-and-drop activities and an editable reading passage, students build an understanding of when and why we celebrate these days—and how they reflect our shared values and history. Perfect for your civics or social studies block, this no-prep resource is easy to use and highly engaging.
What Digital American Holidays Activities are Included?
This product includes:
- Editable reading passage
- Drag-&-drop: match the holiday to the month is happens in
Drag-&-drop: match the holiday to the picture that illustrates it
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Presidents’ Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Memorial Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Juneteenth
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Independence Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Labor Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Columbus Day OR Indigenous Peoples Day (two separate documents depending on which your county celebrates)
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Yorktown Victory Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Veterans Day
- Drag-&-drop: sort the information about when is it/why do we celebrate it/how do some people celebrate it for Thanksgiving Day
- Image search: using Google Image Search to find a real-life representation of each holiday listed above
What Do I Receive?
A PDF containing a direct link to the Google Slides™ resource.
An answer key to ensure quick and accurate grading.
Why do Teachers Love these American Holidays Activities?
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use digital format—no prep needed!
Engaging: Drag-and-drop tasks, real-world scenarios, and reflection prompts keep students thinking critically.
Versatile: Easy to use with Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, Microsoft Teams, or even as a downloadable PowerPoint.
Standards-Aligned: Designed to support core civics and social studies objectives with age-appropriate content.
Why Will Your Students Love these American Holidays Activities?
Interactive: Drag-and-drop slides and simple response prompts make learning feel like a game.
Relatable: Everyday examples help students connect big ideas to their own experiences.
Visual: Clean layouts and visuals make content easy to understand and engaging.
Thought-Provoking: Scenarios invite critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world connections.
What Do I Need?
Devices: Works seamlessly on laptops, Chromebooks, and iPads (Google Slides app recommended for iPads).
Google Account: Access the activities easily with Google Slides.
What Standards Are Covered?
This resource covers the following 2nd Grade Virginia SOL Social Studies 2023 Standards:
2.3 The student will apply history and social science skills to explain how communities honor local and national traditions and recognize designated Virginia holidays including, but not limited to
- Labor Day;
- Columbus Day (also known as Indigenous Peoples’ Day*) and Yorktown Victory Day;
- Election Day;
- Veterans Day;
- Thanksgiving Day;
- Christmas Day;
- New Year’s Day;
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day;
- George Washington Day (commonly known as Presidents’ Day);
- Memorial Day;
- Juneteenth; and
- Independence Day.
These national holiday activities go beyond just memorizing dates—they help students connect each celebration to its historical significance and cultural impact. Whether you’re introducing key holidays, reinforcing citizenship and traditions, or exploring the meaning behind patriotic and civic observances, this digital resource supports critical thinking and real-world connections. With built-in image searches and structured prompts, your students will stay engaged while deepening their understanding of how we honor our past and celebrate as a nation.
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