Lesson Plans
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The Assyrian Genocide: Memories of Seyfo and Media During WWI
Lesson 1 focuses on survivor and descendant testimonies, using oral histories, discussion, and reflection to explore the human impact of the Assyrian Genocide, historical
60-120 Minutes
2 lessons, 60 - 90 minutes each
Grades 9-12.
The Bosnian Genocide through Visual Analysis, Photojournalism and Art – Photography & Historical Witnessing
Lesson 1: Students examine photography as a form of historical witnessing and evidence by analyzing photographs from multiple historical contexts, including the Bosnian Genocide.
30-60 Minutes
2 lessons, 30 - 60 minutes teach
Grades 9-12. Adaptable for 8th grade.
The Cambodian Genocide Through Testimony (1 Unit, 3 Lessons)
This unit includes a historical overview of the Cambodian Genocide followed by three lesson plans, Setting the Scene for Genocide; Cambodian Genocide and the
60-120 Minutes
Grades 9-12
The Influence of Pseudo-Scientific Racism and Eugenics on Modern Genocide
This resource guide supports educators in teaching about the historical construction of race, the rise of pseudoscientific racism, and the impact of dehumanizing ideologies.
180-240 Minutes
Multiple lessons
Grades 6-12
The New York Times and the Armenian Genocide
Using historical reporting from The New York Times, students investigate what Americans knew about the persecution and mass killing of Armenians during World War
30-60 Minutes
50 minutes
Grades 9-12.
The Role of the Media in Promoting or Mitigating Hatred
Using propaganda of the Holocaust and modern-day examples, students gain an understanding of the role media can play, providing them with tools on how
120-180 Minutes
Grades 6-12
The Siege of Sarajevo
In this lesson, students learn about the Siege of Sarajevo, its history, how it affected various groups in Sarajevo, and the outside influences that
60-120 Minutes
Grades 9-12
60-120 Minutes
2 lessons (60 - 75 minutes each)
Grades 6-12. Adaptations based on projects.
Uncovering Hidden Histories: Bringing Roma and Sinti Voices into Holocaust and Genocide Education
This lesson introduces students to the history, culture, persecution, and legacy of Roma and Sinti communities, centering voices often marginalized in Holocaust education. Students
60-120 Minutes
1-3 class periods (60-120 minutes)
Grades 9-12. Adaptable for 8th grade.
Understanding Genocide Primer
This primer synthesizes current knowledge about genocide, specifically, summaries of core questions about genocide with a focus on the human face of genocide. To
Grades 9-12
Understanding the Complex Genocide in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Contemporary Genocide (1 Unit, 2 Lessons)
In this two-lesson unit students learn about the complex history of the genocide in Bosnia and Herzegovina, enhanced by artifacts and photos. The first
120-180 Minutes
(Each lesson is 45 to 90 minutes)
Grades 9-12
Understanding the Ten Stages of Genocide
Students will discuss the definition of genocide, define the different stages, and analyze historical events using those stages. This lesson comes directly after a
120-180 Minutes
Three 50 minutes lessons
Grades 9-12.
Using Graphic Novels to Teach About the Holocaust: A Case Study of Wartime France
This lesson uses excerpts from the graphic novel A Bag of Marbles, to deepen understanding of identity, choice, and behavior during wartime. Students learn
120-180 Minutes
Grades 9-12
Uyghur Genocide Unit
This five-lesson unit introduces students to Uyghur culture and identity before examining the ongoing Uyghur genocide. Students explore cultural suppression, mass detention, forced labor,
120-180 Minutes
Five 30 minute lessons
Grades 6-8. Adaptable for 9 - 12.
60-120 Minutes
1 class period (50 - 75 minutes)
Grades 9-12.
Weaving the Future, Confronting the Past: California’s Complex Origins and Native-Settler Relations
Three consecutive lessons provide introductory information about the Californian Indian Genocide, exploring its ongoing legacy using survivor accounts, upstander examples, contemporary impacts, and ecological
240+ Minutes
(Lessons vary in length)
Grades 8-12
Weaving the Future, Confronting the Past: California’s Complex Origins and Native-Settler Relations (1 Unit, 3 Lessons)
Three consecutive lessons provide introductory information about the Californian Indian Genocide, exploring its ongoing legacy using survivor accounts, upstander examples, contemporary impacts, and ecological
120-180 Minutes
Grades 8-12
When Neighbors Become Enemies: Understanding the Bosnian Genocide (Video)
When Neighbors Become Enemies: Understanding the Bosnian Genocide is a short historical film that explores how propaganda, division, ethnic cleansing, and dehumanization helped turn