Introduction
CHILDREN OF THE HOLOCAUST
The Holocaust was a horrific time in history when approximately 6 million Jews died and many others perished under Hitler's regime. It is estimated that 1.5 million of those deaths were children. They were victims of this hatred and prejudice as well. This activity has been developed to give you the opportunity to learn more about these children who, similar to your own age, died during the Holocaust. We remember them and memorialize them so that they may always endure in our history and our hearts.
Children in the Bad Reichenhall displaced persons camp. Germany, 1945.
— United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Task
Upon finding out more information, you will create a memory file to commemorate a child of the Holocaust that you will have researched. You will be required to complete a number of tasks so make sure that you work well, manage your time wisely and will put as much effort into the task as you can.
Process
Activity #1:
1) Preview the website provided at the link below. You must read through five of the children's biographies. Once you have chosen a child to research, see Mrs Rigg for approval.
Activity #2:
1) Create a brainstorming list of what you can include on your memory file. You can include any background information that you have learnt. You can include symbols and pictures which you think might be important. However, think about WHY you are putting what you are putting on the memory file. Don't just put random stuff on there! Have a good reason in mind for what you are doing so that you can explain it thoroughly and accurately when asked.
2) The due date for the memory file will be announced in class. Make sure that you have all the materials that you need. The presentation is up of your research is up to you. You may decide to do the task electronically via a google doc or PowerPoint, or you may decide to present it on cardboard. Remember you cannot just cut and paste!
Activity #3:
Imagine that you must go into hiding because a group seeks to eliminate all people like yourself (your age, younger, and older). You will be in a confined space with very limited opportunity to move and an almost constant need for silence to remain alive. You will be there for a long time with only the bare essentials to survive. Therefore, you will not have electricity, running water, etc.
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What artifact will you take into hiding with you?
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In future years, if you survive, how will you use it to tell your grandchildren and/or future generations about your time of fear and hiding and, finally, of survival?
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Explain its value to a group of young people two generations removed from your life as a hidden child.
Create a story in which you describe your experiences and the importance of the artifact. Your story should be at least 1-2 pages, double-spaced, size 12 Times New Roman and may be submitted via a google doc or a word document.
Evaluation
Marking:
Your work will be need to be handed in either in person, shared or emailed to Mrs Rigg.
Based upon your level of engagement in class, your ability to work fairly and evenly as a pair and your final product you will be awarded a grade.
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The student has a wide knowledge and understanding of the individual and the holocaust and can readily apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has worked collaboratively and fairly within their group and has produced a work product that is of very high standard. |
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B |
The student has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the individual and the holocaust and can apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has worked collaboratively within their group and has produced a work product that is of high standard. |
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C |
The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the individual and the holocaust and can apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has worked collaboratively within their group and has produced a work product that is of satisfactory standard. |
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D |
The student has a basic knowledge and understanding of the individual and the holocaust and can apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has worked within their group and has produced a work product that is of basic standard. |
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The student has a limited knowledge and understanding of the individual and the holocaust and can apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has worked within their group and has produced a work product that is of limited standard. |
Conclusion
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said: "In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends."
You have researched, created, and shared your learning with your classmates and your teacher. Congratulations on completing your quest!
Now, how will you continue to remember "The Hidden Children" and the Holocaust?
Remember, what you think, say, and do matters.