The butterfly has become a symbol for the 1.5 million children murdered in the Holocaust and for Holocaust Education, and I did a little research to find the source. What I was truly stunned to discover is that there are...

"Never shall I forget the little faces of the children, whose bodies turned into wreaths of smoke beneath a silent blue sky" - Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor.

Engage students in a powerful exploration of resilience and resistance during the Holocaust with this digital gallery walk activity. Students will examine the experiences of individuals who faced Dr. Josef Mengele's cruelty and discover how they maintained their humanity amidst unimaginable circumstances. This lesson encourages critical thinking, empathy, and historical understanding through a variety of multimedia resources, including: An excerpt from Elie Wiesel's Night examining the impact of the selection process and familial bonds. A video interview with Holocaust survivor Eva Mozes Kor, highlighting her strength and determination to survive. The web story of Dina Babbitt, showcasing the power of art as an act of resistance. (Links to all of the above are included on the slide deck). Students will collaborate in small groups to analyze each resource and answer thought-provoking questions, culminating in a reflection on the importance of bearing witness to stories of survival. This comprehensive lesson promotes meaningful discussions about the enduring human spirit and the fight against dehumanization. **please note, due to copyright restrictions, the image for the do now cannot be included in the product but a link to the artwork is provided** The following are included in this product: A slide deck with speaker notes to guide you through the lesson (always check the bottom portion of the slides for teacher tips!) A Doc with questions that students will answer about each of the resources A separate answer key A do now A closing question If you enjoyed this lesson, please consider my other Night materials: How the Holocaust Happened Introduction Stations Ruled by Delusion: A Full Lesson for Chapter 1 of Night by Elie Wiesel “Never Shall I Forget” Poem and Night Title Symbolism: Full Lesson-Chapters 2&3 Faith in Question: A Full Lesson for Chapter 4 in Elie Wiesel's Night Death Marches Prior to Liberation: A Full Lesson for Chapter 6 in Night Oprah and Elie Wiesel Video Interview - Lesson for Chapters 7 & 8 in Night Creating a Holocaust Memorial - Night Performance Based Assessment Project

Teaching the Holocaust while reading a Holocaust-related novel can be challenging; there is so much information to be shared, but you don't want to the topic to become overwhelming, distant, or unreal to students. Analyzing photographs from the time period, assigning students the identity of a Holocaust victim, and a mini-lesson on nutrition are all ways to help students make personal connections with the Holocaust.

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Teaching the Holocaust while reading a Holocaust-related novel can be challenging; there is so much information to be shared, but you don't want to the topic to become overwhelming, distant, or unreal to students. Analyzing photographs from the time period, assigning students the identity of a Holocaust victim, and a mini-lesson on nutrition are all ways to help students make personal connections with the Holocaust.

History reading and worksheets for teaching International Holocaust Remembrance Day to Children

Ruth Franklin on Jane Yolen’s “Mapping the Bones,” which reflects the way the Holocaust-fiction genre she helped to create has changed.

Visit the devastating sites of Holocaust Memorials in Germany to better understand one of the most significant events of the 20th century.

While I was planning my unit over Night by Elie Wiesel, I wanted to find something that would make the students connect with individual survivors and victims. I came across The Butterfly Project, and I knew it would be the perfect way to not only connect, but to visually represent lives lost during the Holocaust.… Continue reading The Butterfly Project: A Meaningful Addition to Any Holocaust Book Study

Free download of Zombie Holocaust Font. Released in 2005 by Sinister Fonts and licensed for personal and commercial-use. Click now to create a custom image with your own words that you can download.

Leveled novels for teaching about the Holocaust to middle school includes Lexile, DRA, and guided reading levels. Leveled Novels on the Holocaust

Imprisoned for helping the Jews and aiding the resistance in Nazi-occupied Holland, Cornelia "Corrie" ten Boom founded a worldwide ministry based on love and forgiveness.

Today, I am blogging about a news article, which you can read in full here. The following quote is from the article, which was written by Tom Morton: Eva [Moses] Kor and a hundred others stood sle…

While I was planning my unit over Night by Elie Wiesel, I wanted to find something that would make the students connect with individual survivors and victims. I came across The Butterfly Project, and I knew it would be the perfect way to not only connect, but to visually represent lives lost during the Holocaust.… Continue reading The Butterfly Project: A Meaningful Addition to Any Holocaust Book Study

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A new exhibit at the National WWII Museum highlights the work of Tom Lea, who drew and painted the conflict for LIFE Magazine

While I was planning my unit over Night by Elie Wiesel, I wanted to find something that would make the students connect with individual survivors and victims. I came across The Butterfly Project, and I knew it would be the perfect way to not only connect, but to visually represent lives lost during the Holocaust.… Continue reading The Butterfly Project: A Meaningful Addition to Any Holocaust Book Study

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Er sei lediglich "Instrument der Führung" gewesen: Adolf Eichmann, der Organisator des Holocausts, wies bis zu seiner Hinrichtung jegliche Schuld von sich. Das geht aus einem Gnadengesuch hervor, das Israel nun veröffentlicht hat.

This is a basic KWL chart that my students used to organize their thoughts about the Holocaust. Nothing about this worksheet is specific to English Language Arts, so it can be adapted to fit any grade or subject! ...

[Photo] Dietrich Bonhoeffer, circa 1930s

Today, I am blogging about a news article, which you can read in full here. The following quote is from the article, which was written by Tom Morton: Eva [Moses] Kor and a hundred others stood sle…

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