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Curated OER

The Blitz Crossword

For Students 5th - 6th
In this crossword puzzle about the Blitz instructional activity, students read clues about the Battle of Britain, fighter planes, raid warnings, blackout, etc. and write the answers in the squares of the puzzle. Students write 10 answers.
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Curated OER

The Blitz: World War II

For Students 10th - 11th
In this World War II worksheet, students read about Hitler's invasion of Britain. The worksheet includes a link to additional World War II activities.
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Museum of London: Remembering the Blitz

For Students 9th - 10th
A poignant look at the Blitz that took place in London from Sept 1940 to May 1941. Many memories and remembrances from those who lived through it. An excellent first hand look at world war II.
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U.s. Centennial Flight Commission: Air Power:the Battle of Britain

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a concise account of the Battle of Britain, Adolf Hitler's attempt to conquer Great Britain in the summer of 1940. See how the British prevailed and what mistakes the Germans made.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Arsenal of Democracy

For Students 5th - 8th
Although Americans remained isolationist in their thinking, President Roosevelt understood that the European allies needed help against the Germans. Read about the incremental ways America became involved in World War II in Europe...
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Imperial War Museums

Imperial War Museum: 8 Things You Need to Know About the Battle of Britain

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a collection of eight short passages with information about the Battle of Britain accompanied by primary source photos.