Easy Ways to Commemorate Anzac Day

Anzac Day holds great importance to many Australians across the country and whether you have family history or not, it is important we remember and be grateful for the sacrifices others made to contribute to such a special country. Even though there are no services being held this year, for obvious reasons, that doesn’t mean we can’t spend a little bit of time engaging in an activity to help us remember. Along with this, even though the kids of today are fortunate enough to only see the war in textbooks, it is still important that they learn about the past so that they can appreciate the present and eventually carry on the Anzac day traditions. 

For those who are keen to participate in the Dawn service, check this link out which recommends getting out and onto your driveway on the morning and play the Last Post, or tuning in to one of the many live dawn services available via radio, or online. For those looking for something a little more kid-friendly than getting up at the crack of dawn, we’ve come up with some creative ideas to help celebrate Anzac Day. 

Anzac Biscuits

Anzac biscuits are a very simplistic but relevant way to celebrate Anzac day. The significance of Anzac biscuits is that they were baked by wives and women’s groups to be sent to soldiers abroad because the ingredients don’t spoil easily and kept well during travel.

Bake them with the kids to keep them busy for the morning and maybe even use the time it takes, to explain to them what Anzac day is all about. They can be made with an under-stocked pantry and make a great treat for everyone. Check out this link here for a yummy recipe.

Making Poppies

For those of you who don’t know, poppies are the symbol of remembrance from WW1. However after WWII, the flower of remembrance adopted a more universal meaning, now used as a symbol of remembrance for all wars and those who have fallen victim for the benefit of a nation and its population.

Making a poppy (or finding one without pinching it from your neighbours yard) and pinning it on your shirt for the day, is a subtle way to show your gratitude for all those who serve our country. It also serves as a great creative activity to get your kids asking questions about the Anzacs and what it means. All you need to make poppy flowers at home is some green pipe cleaner, black paper, red crepe paper (or paper coloured red) and glue. If you need a step-by-step guide on how to make them, there are plenty of tutorials on YouTube available. 

Candle Holders

These candle holders are an extremely cute little project to show your respect for the Anzac’s on Anzac day. All you need is some permanent markers, tealight candles, scissors, empty milk bottles and sand or soil to stop them blowing over in the wind. Get creative & design your own candle holders with soldiers on horses for the more talented drawers, or use the simplistic inspo in the photos above for something just as meaningful. These photos show just how easy it can be to contribute to the celebration of Anzac day. Again, while the kids have your attention, maybe take some time to explain to them what Anzac day is all about and why it’s commemorated.