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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about some of the greatest events of World War II through movies and fun activities.

Materials and Prep

  • TV or computer to watch movies
  • Pen and paper for activities
  • Basic understanding of World War II

Activities

  • Watch a movie about World War II, such as "The Great Escape" or "Saving Private Ryan".

  • Draw a picture of your favorite scene from the movie and explain why you chose it.

  • Pretend to be a soldier and act out a scene from the movie with your family members.

Talking Points

  • "During World War II, many countries fought against each other in a big war."
  • "Soldiers had to be very brave and work together to help protect their countries."
  • "The movies we watch can show us what it was like during World War II and help us learn about history in a fun way."

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