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Conscription Crossword

For Students 6th - 7th
In this military service worksheet, students read 10 clues pertaining to compulsory military service in World War 2. Students fit their answers in a crossword puzzle.
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Debating the bomb

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research how the development of the atomic bomb affected people in World War II.  For this American History lesson, students participate in a debate about the bombs use.  Students investigate how it has affected...
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They Also Flew

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students research the Tuskegee Airmen and the Flygirls of World War II. They write an account of one of the flyers of what they think happened.
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Hitler¿¿¿s Fatal Gamble ? Comparing Totalitarianism and Democracy

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars compare/contrast totalitarianism and democracy and examine their roles in World War II. They read a handout, complete a Venn diagram, and participate in a class discussion.
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Interning Japanese Canadians

For Teachers 4th - 10th
Students create a time line of the Japanese Canadian internment of World War II to the apology of the government in 1997. In this World War II lesson plan, students identify historical events in sequence.
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Russian Revolution Part 1

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders consider how the outcome of World War I contributed the Russian Revolution. In this Russian Revolution lesson plan, 9th graders watch the movie "Anastasia," and discuss the conditions that led to revolution in Russia.
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The Ultimate Sacrifice

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the concept of sacrifice during wartime. In this World War II lesson plan, students explore the Allied and Axis Powers that existed during the war. Students discover sacrifices that were made by both powers during the...
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Nothing to Fear but Fear Itself

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners investigate the years during World War II in which Japanese Americans living on the West Coast were held in internment camps.
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Beauty Behind Barbed Wire

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the issue of racism against the Japanese during the start of World War II. They use the artwork of Estelle Ishigo to create context for the lesson plan and see how it provides a look into the life she experienced...
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The Enemy that Never Was

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students write speeches explaining why Japanese Canadians were not a threat to Canada during World War 2. In this Japanese Canadians lesson plan, students learn about racism, and how the Japanese were targeted but not a threat during the...
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Revisiting the Somme

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Learners consider how the military folly of the Somme during World War I. In this World War I lesson plan, students visit selected websites to discover information about the Somme, propaganda, and their effects...
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The Enemy that Never Was

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct research and explain in a speech why Japanese Canadians were not a threat to Canada during the Second World War.
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In Search of the Amber Room

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students watch the film, "In Search of the Amber Room." In teams, they examine World War II and research to find the Amber Room. They present their case in written form, or as a Web site, or using video "clips" from the film
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The Advantages and Disadvantages of the Treaty of Versailles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students identify the advantages and disadvantages of the Treaty of Versailles. Using the text of the treaty, they discover it created more tension between groups then bringing peace to the region. They discuss how this treaty could have...
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Japanese Internment

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders read about and discuss the Japanese Internment of World War II. In this Japanese Internment lesson, 11th graders examine the Japanese Internment. They talk about the civil rights aspect, how they would deal with being...
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American Soldiers’ Experiences During WWI

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate the effects of war on soldiers. In this World War I activity, students link to the provided Web link to locate primary sources about American soldiers during the war. Students write historical narratives based on...
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Appeasement Student Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
In this World War II worksheet, students read a 1-page selection about Appeasement as well as Internet articles about the topic and then respond to 7 short answer questions.
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The Treaty of Versailles: An Outside Perspective

For Students 9th - 12th
In this World War I worksheet, students read an article about the Treaty of Versailles and examine 2 maps. Students then respond to 8 short answer questions based on the information.
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Americans All, Let's Fight for Victory: Americanos Todos, Luchamos por la Victoria

For Students 8th - 12th
In this primary source analysis worksheet, students analyze a  World War II propaganda poster. Students then respond to 2 short answer questions about the poster.
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Wilbur West, An Oral History

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders listen to the history of Wilbur West, a World War II veteren. They discuss how he is an important piece of history. They write a persuasive essay on the importance of Veteren's Day.
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Introducing the Victims of the Holocaust

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers consider the plight of Holocaust victims. In this World War II lesson, students discuss the number of Jews who were persecuted during the war and read biographies by Holocaust survivors. High schoolers compose essays on...
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The Trenches

For Students 7th - 10th
In this World War I study guide worksheet, students investigate trench warfare. Students read sections of information and examine trench diagrams. Students respond to 9 short answer question regarding the information presented.
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D-Day Student Worksheet

For Students 8th - 12th
In this World War II learning exercise, students read a 1-page selection about D-Day, examine the listed Internet sources on the topic, and then respond to 8 short answer questions about the information presented.
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Primary Source: Churchill Speaks to the British People

For Students 8th - 12th
In this World War II worksheet, learners read an excerpt of a speech from Winston Churchill to the British people. Students then respond to 5 short answer questions based on the speech.

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