Explore and discover traditions from our rich maritime past. Interactive student activities focus on, flag semaphore, signal flags, Morse code, life at sea, tying knots, symbols, rates, ranks, and more for grades K-12.

Click below to access activities that focus on Sea Service traditions.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Flag Semaphore

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Congratulations to Quinn (age 5) from Pennsylvania for completing, Lesson 1: Introduction to Flag Semaphore! Thank you to her mother Krissa for sharing their progress and completing the Sea Service Video Challenge.

Click the video below to see Quinn’s outstanding work, learning this Sea Service Tradition

Life at sea can be difficult and rewarding. Each of the Sea Services has different ways to honor and recognize the achievements of individuals and groups who do extraordinary things. The Navy Memorial Education team has created learning competitions for grades K to 12 to participate in enrichment activities and be recognized for their efforts.

There are 3 different ways to participate. Students can participate in the Sea Service Project (Grades 5-12), Engagement Challenge (Grades K-12+), and Sea Service Video Challenge (Grades K-12). Visit the Sea Service Competitions page below to learn more about these educational enrichment opportunities.