Literature and History of the Holocaust

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Beverly thinks like Anne Frank as she records thoughts in her diary.

There is much to be learned about human nature, both good and bad, through a unit of study on the Holocaust.

OBJECTIVE

Students will:

1. Access prior knowledge of the Holocaust
2. Examine quotes and text passages related to the Holocaust
3. Generate a list of questions about the Holocaust
4. Analyze a piece of writing based on the authorship of the work
5. Utilize the Internet to learn about an author
6. Infer the meaning of a poem
7. Determine an author's purpose

LESSONS FOR THIS UNIT
Lesson 1: Introduction to a Study of the Holocaust
Lesson 2: Hermeneutics: Teaching Students Author's Purpose
Lesson 3: Lesson Ideas to Enrich Student Inquiry into the Holocaust

CULMINATING ACTIVITY

Throughout this unit students will read a variety of literature. Have students prepare a poster about one of the books they read with a paragraph explaining how the book relates to the unit. Hang these posters in a hallway and invite other classes to do a "gallery walk" of the posters.

SUPPORTING BOOKS

Books for Teaching the Holocaust

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  	The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Liesel Meminger, a foster child living outside Munich during World War II, scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can't resist -- books -- in this unforgettable story about the ability of books to feed the soul. $16.95 books;hardcover books;hardcovers | Ages 12 and Up

  
  The Book Thief
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  The Royal Diaries: Catherine, The Great Journey, Russia, 1743 As Princess Sophia, soon to be Catherine, moves from everything familiar towards an uncertain future she chronicles her own experiences. Follow Catherine through her arranged marriage and family break up, amidst the deception, disorder, and decadence of the Russian Empire. In this installment of The Royal Diaries series history not only comes alive but comes to greatness! Learning Highlights An inspiring account emphasizing the impact of individual action on history. $10.99 books;hardcover books;hardcovers | Ages 9 and Up

  
  The Royal Diaries: Catherine, The Great Journey, Russia, 1743
  Ages 9 and Up $10.99