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The Holocaust
What’s Psychic Numbing Got to Do with Me?
People often struggle to wrap their heads around large-scale suffering, an effect known as psychic numbing.
Holocaust Literature Introductory Lessons: Overview Grid
Get an overview of the activities and materials in the Holocaust Literature Introductory lessons.
The Holocaust, Antisemitism, and Genocide | Holocaust Literature Introductory Lesson 1
This lesson defines the Holocaust, antisemitism, and genocide to prepare students for deeper exploration of these topics through a work of Holocaust literature.
Somewhere There Is Still a Sun
Somewhere There Is Still a Sun is Holocaust survivor Michael Gruenbaum’s memoir about life in the Terezin concentration camp.
Teaching Somewhere There Is Still a Sun
This guide supports classroom discussion of Michael Gruenbaum's memoir about his time in the Terezín concentration camp during the Holocaust.
Teaching Holocaust Literature
This resource collection for ELA grades 7-12 supports planning and implementing a Holocaust literature unit that engages the head, heart, and conscience.
Challenge of Memory with Elie Wiesel and Rabbi Polak
Holocaust survivors Rabbi Polak and Elie Wiesel explore the importance of listening to each others’ stories.
Identity and Group Membership | Holocaust Literature Introductory Lesson 2
This lesson introduces students to the complexity of identity and group membership as a foundation for engaging with a work of Holocaust literature.
The Diversity of Jewish Identity | Holocaust Literature Introductory Lesson 3
This lesson invites students to engage with the diversity of Jewish culture and identity both today and in pre-war Europe before studying a work of Holocaust literature.
Preparing for Emotionally Challenging Content | Holocaust Literature Introductory Lesson 4
This lesson prepares students to engage responsibly and compassionately with emotionally challenging content, particularly related to the Holocaust.
Historical Overview of the Holocaust | Holocaust Literature Introductory Lesson 5
This lesson provides an overview of the Holocaust from a historical perspective to ground the study of a work of Holocaust literature.
