Unit Plan

Holocaust Unit Plan

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Would it have been you? Scholars investigate the horrors of the Holocaust during World War II. They view, interpret, and analyze the video The Holocaust to gain insight into who exactly was impacted by the events Europe. They then complete a final writing assignment to address each character in the film and their roles in the events surrounding the Holocaust. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Print photos of the main characters of the film and place them around the room for the duration of the unit
  • Create teams of students to assist those with difficulty understanding all the materials
Classroom Considerations
  • Keep in mind the sensitive nature of the Holocaust and the images in the lesson
Pros
  • Lesson includes discussion and journal questions to use with the video
  • Resource provides printable worksheets and materials 
Cons
  • None