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The Power of Propaganda in Shaping Civic Actions and Understanding

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Propaganda posters are powerful. Using images from The Art of War: American Poster Art 1941-1945 exhibit, young historians analyze the symbols, images, colors, and text used to rally support for World War II. Through seven activities, scholars learn not only how to analyze posters for their messages, but also how to uncover the under-the-surface messages.

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Concepts
propaganda techniques, propaganda, civics, world war ii, art techniques, american symbols, national symbols, symbolism, symbols, symbolism in art, patriotism, unity, art analysis, compare and contrast, advertising, universal themes, racism, gender bias
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Instructional Ideas
  • A complete overview of the 10-part civics unit can be found in the provided "Civics Curriculum Guide"
  • Divide the class into seven groups and assign each group a different activity
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires copies, one per pupil, of the "Poster Analysis and Inventory Worksheet"
Pros
  • Class members use what they have learned to create their own poster to raise awareness of an issue important to them
Cons
  • None