Today, we talked about WWII in preparation for our study of the Holocaust in book clubs. We'll have a speaker from the Atlanta History Center come and talk to us about WWII tomorrow.
The students began by creating a K-W-L chart in groups to determine what they already know and what they want to know about WWII. Then, using this graphic organizer, they used books and resources from the Atlanta History Center to answer questions about WWII. We then watched a movie about WWII and continued to answer these questions. We also discussed how war time in the States now is different from war time in the States during WWII. For homework, students will read the WWII article to prepare for the speaker tomorrow.
Finally, we did a book pass in order for students to rank their book club choices. Holocaust-themed book clubs will begin on Monday. These are the book choices:
Milkweed, Jerry Spinelli
Number the Stars, Lois Lowry
After the War, Carol Matas
Devil's Arithmetic, Jane Yolen
Homework: Read WWII article.
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