VA launches 'Kids Page' Web site Published Nov. 6, 2003 WASHINGTON (AFPN) -- Department of Veterans Affairs officials announced the launch of "VA Kids" on Nov. 5. The new Web page is designed to help young people understand what it means to be a veteran."The ideals of military service and patriotism can be unfamiliar to some children and young adults," said Anthony Principi, VA secretary. "The VA Kids Web page supports President (George W.) Bush's initiatives on education and volunteerism by providing an entertaining and informative way for young people to learn why veterans are special."One section of the site targets students in kindergarten through fifth grade, another for students in sixth through 12th grades, and a third for teachers. The site also has information about VA, Veterans Day, scholarships, student volunteer opportunities, events for disabled veterans and links to veteran-related sites.For younger students, the site has interactive activities such as puzzles, coloring pages, matching contests and age-appropriate language to describe a number of patriotic topics.The older students’ page has information on volunteer programs, scholarships and more sophisticated educational resources, games and reference links. The teachers' section contains links and suggested classroom activities."The title 'veteran' is bestowed by a grateful nation on citizens willing to sacrifice everything to preserve our freedom," Principi said. "It is our responsibility to honor these heroes by ensuring that each American generation understands what this prestigious title means." People can visit the site at www.va.gov/kids. (Courtesy of American Forces Press Service)