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Holocaust Literature Introductory Lessons: Overview Grid
Get an overview of the activities and materials in the Holocaust Literature Introductory lessons.
Subject
- English & Language Arts
Language
English — USUpdated
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Holocaust Literature Introductory Lessons: Overview Grid
Date of Publication:
June 2025
Get an overview of the six Holocaust Literature Introductory Lessons, including planning guidance and materials.
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Facing History & Ourselves, “Holocaust Literature Introductory Lessons: Overview Grid”, last updated June 30, 2025.
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Holocaust Literature Introductory Lessons
This set of introductory lessons is designed to prepare ELA students in grades 7–12 to study a work of Holocaust literature.
Three Good Things
Students practice gratitude by naming and recording three good things that have happened that day.
Slow Down with The Slowdown
Students use poetry as a spark for reflection and discussion about what’s happening in their lives and the world.
Take a Stand
Students practice debate and perspective taking by taking a stand on a controversial statement.
Appreciation, Apology, Aha
Students reflect on the day by asking them to share an appreciation, an apology, and an “aha” moment.
Closing Challenge
Students identify one personal or academic goal that they would like to commit to in the week ahead.
Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Students reflect on the past year and generate ideas for the kind of learning community and learning experiences they are hoping for this year.
Our Names and Our Place in the World
Students consider what parts of our identities we choose for ourselves and what parts are chosen for us, as well as the impact our names can have on our identities.
Making Meaning of Community
Students explore the idea of “community” in order to identify its key aspects and deeper meaning.
Most teachers are willing to tackle the difficult topics, but we need the tools.
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Gabriela Calderon-Espinal, Bay Shore, NY
