Memorial Day True or False

This fact-based reading worksheet supports students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 as they build accurate understanding of Memorial Day through careful reading and evaluation. By reviewing ten statements about the holiday’s history, origins, and traditions, learners practice distinguishing true information from misconceptions while strengthening reading accuracy, factual recall, and critical thinking tied to U.S. history and civic commemoration.

Learning Goals

• U.S. History and National Holidays (Grades 4-6) – Reinforces key facts about Memorial Day, including its origins, original name, and national recognition.
• Reading for Accuracy and Detail – Encourages close reading and attention to precise historical information.
• Fact vs. Fiction Analysis – Develops critical thinking by challenging students to evaluate the truthfulness of statements.
• Civic Understanding and Remembrance – Builds awareness of why Memorial Day is observed and what it represents.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with elementary ELA and social studies standards.
• Clear, Accessible Format – True-or-false structure makes content approachable while still requiring careful thought.
• Engaging Knowledge Check – Ideal for review, discussion starters, or informal assessment.
• Low-Prep Printable – Ready to use in classrooms or homeschool settings with minimal preparation.

This printable worksheet helps students strengthen historical knowledge while practicing careful reading and evaluation. By identifying true and false statements about Memorial Day, learners build confidence distinguishing accurate information from common myths. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool environment, this activity provides meaningful practice in literacy, critical thinking, and understanding the importance of national remembrance.

This worksheet is part of our Memorial Day collection.