RESOURCES FOR THE HOLOCAUST

Teaching the Holocaust is one of the most important and challenging topics in social studies classrooms. These Holocaust resources for teachers provide reading passages, lessons, and classroom activities that help students understand the history of the Holocaust and its lasting impact on the world.

Helping Students Understand the Holocaust

Fuse History: Holocaust

This resource gives students a clear, age-appropriate overview of the Holocaust, emphasizing historical facts, human impact, and the importance of remembrance without sensationalizing tragedy.

Bio Sphere: Irena Sendler

Students learn about the courage of an ordinary person who chose to act, highlighting moral responsibility, quiet resistance, and the power of individual choices in the face of injustice.

CSI World History: World War II Misinformation

In this investigation-style lesson, students analyze sources, spot propaganda techniques, and practice evaluating credibility—connecting past misinformation to modern media literacy skills.

Together, these resources create a thoughtful, structured way to honor Holocaust Remembrance Day while also equipping students with tools to question narratives, verify sources, and understand the consequences of unchecked propaganda.

Teachers who are planning larger World War II or human rights units may also want to explore additional social studies classroom resources available here: https://clarkcreativeeducation.com/world/

– The Clarks