Summary:
Students research information about the Holocaust.

Main Curriculum Tie:
Social Studies - World CivilizationsStandard 1
Students will gain an understanding of early civilizations and their contributions to the foundations of human culture.

Intended Learning Outcomes:
To learn about the basic history surrounding the Holocaust. To improve research skills.

Instructional Procedures:

See preface material from 'Anne Frank in the World, 1929 - 1945 Teacher Workbook.'

Have students use their library skills to research information about the Holocaust or a current example of prejudice. They can use books, encyclopedias, magazines and newspapers from the appropriate time period. Each student should choose a specific aspect of the Holocaust and write articles, editorials (include questions for thought), and letters to the editor. The class can then come together and create a 'newspaper' or news magazine that can then be used for future classes as a learning tool.

Web Sites

• Anne Frank in the World, 1929-1945 Teacher Workbook
  The Friends of Anne Frank in Utah and the Intermountain West region present their teacher workbook for learning about Anne Frank and the Holocaust.
• Anne Frank's Diary - Class Discussion Suggestions
  Includes suggested approach and aims of a discussion on discrimination, as well as general suggestions on how to handle the topic with dignity and compassion.

Author:
Utah LessonPlans

Created Date :
Feb 24 1997 02:18 AM