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This lesson is structured around a multi-layered wall timeline that encourages critical thinking about the relationship between Nazi policy, World War II, historical events, and individual experiences during the Holocaust.

Grade level: Adaptable for grades 7-12
Subject: Multidisciplinary
Time required: This activity is highly adaptable and can be completed in 60 minutes or multiple class sessions, used as a point of reference throughout an entire unity of study, or have thematic extension activities added.

Lesson Plan and Teaching Materials

Timeline Cards

Teachers can access additional timeline cards for Anne Frank and Elie Wiesel on our Teaching Materials Using Books and Literature page. You may request physical printed Timeline Cards from the Museum.
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Lesson Plan: Holocaust Timeline Activity

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This lesson is structured around a multi-layered wall timeline that encourages critical thinking about the relationship between Nazi policy, World War II, historical events, and individual experiences during the Holocaust.

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The Holocaust was the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators. The US Holocaust Memorial Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide. Learn more about the Holocaust, antisemitism, and genocide below.

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Learn About the Holocaust, Antisemitism, and Genocide - United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

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The US Holocaust Memorial Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide.

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Holocaust Education - Teach about the Holocaust and empower middle and high school educators

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What was the Holocaust?

Thematic and Chronological Narrative

About the Holocaust explores the history of the Holocaust thematically and chronologically. Each chapter in the narrative is divided into subchapters with explanatory texts. Useful related resources accompany the texts and may include photos, video testimonies, documentary footage, documents, artifacts and art. More...

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Yad Vashem. The World Holocaust Remembrance Center

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IWitness | IWitness - Education through Genocide Testimony

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IWitness brings educators and their students together at the intersection of genocide studies, diversity and inclusion education, and the development of critical literacies needed in the 21st century.

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Propaganda: What’s the Message? | iCivics

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Examine the seven forms of propaganda found in advertising and politics. Discover the persuasive methods behind the messaging we see every day and gain skills to effectively identify and counter them. A classroom gallery walk challenges students to detect the propaganda techniques at work and evaluate their effectiveness. Got a 1:1 classroom? Download fillable PDF versions of this lesson’s materials below!

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The official website of the Anne Frank House, with the most complete and up-to-date information about Anne Frank, her diary, and the Secret Annex. Visit our museum and read more about our educational activities across the world.

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PDE SAS: Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights Toolkit

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PDE SAS: Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights Toolkit

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Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights Toolkit - SAS

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This toolkit provides access to educational materials on the Holocaust and Genocide, including videos, lesson plans, and classroom resources adaptable for virtual or in-person learning.