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War Lesson Plans
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Students explore the reasons why the United States became involved in World War II and considers the reasons Japan decided to attack Pearl Harbor. They view a detailed interactive map showing the events at Pearl Harbor.
Young scholars explore the reasons the United States became involved in World War I. In this World History lesson, students research the reasons Woodrow Wilson made the decisions he did, prepare a debate and write a paper.
Students examine the wars the United States was involved in between 1898 and 1945. In groups, they determine the causes and effects of each war and how each war changed the way the United States handled their foreign affairs. As a class, they debate American imperialism and how we have used it to our advantage in each war.
Fourth graders, in groups, research the United State's involvement in various wars throughout modern history. They type out a report and prepare an oral presentation showcasing their findings for the class.
Young scholars examine the past fifty years of NATO, focusing specifically on NATO's involvement and actions in conflicts around the world and the results of their involvement.
Learners in an ESL classroom are introduced to the contributions of the Filipinos to the United States. In groups, they research the history of the Phillipines including its culture, climate, and economy. They discuss the varoius waves of immigration from the country to the United States and state the reasons why they would leave the Phillipines. To end the lesson, they compare and contrast the Filipino immigration experience to those of Mexico and Puerto Rico.
Learners share their opinions on the war in Iraq. After reading an article, they identify the thoughts of President Bush on the conflict. In groups, they share their opinions for and against current United States policy in Iraq and the decision to oust Saddam Hussein. They write a speech persuading others to share their opinion of policy in Iraq.
Young scholars examine some of the turbulent events that affected the United States during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. After reading newspaper articles from The New York Times on specific events, they select one event and write a summary with a partner.
Learners research the political climate prior to major American wars of the past, then reflect on the current call for power to confront Iraq. They create posters using newspaper articles and headlines to highlight the major opinions of that time.
Students explore some of the potential future targets in the war against terrorism. Groups investigate the history of terrorism in Somalia, Yemen, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Iraq.
