We must remember the past in order to avoid its mistakes. Young historians analyze the importance of historical remembrance using primary and secondary documents, as well as video clips. They then study the creation of a World War II Holocaust memorial.

Concepts

world war ii, holocaust survivors, the holocaust, genocide, memorials

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Place a paper clip on each desk as a discussion-starter for the lesson on the Holocaust remembrance project started by Whitwell Middle School
• Brainstorm what memorials students have seen around their own town or community 

Classroom Considerations

• Place laminated photos of Holocaust memorials around the room prior to the lesson
• The 17th and final installment
  

Pros

• Resource contains printable worksheets and handouts for classroom use
• Video discussion guide included in the materials

Cons

Common Core

RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3