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| Which subject | Literature |
| What topic | The holocaust as depicted in the novel Night |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Literature
The Holocaust as Depicted in the Novel Night
Appropriate for high school students (Grades 9-12)
30 minutes
20 students
This lesson aligns with the national standards for English Language Arts, focusing on literary analysis, historical context, and thematic exploration of literature.
| Step No. | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce Elie Wiesel and the significance of Night. Set the context of the Holocaust. |
| 2 | Group Reading | 10 min | In pairs, students read selected excerpts from Night. Focus on emotional and descriptive passages. |
| 3 | Thematic Discussion | 10 min | Facilitate a class discussion on the themes of survival, loss, and faith in Night. Use guiding questions to stimulate conversation. |
| 4 | Reflection Activity | 5 min | Distribute note cards; students write a reflection on what they learned and how it relates to the present day. |
| 5 | Conclusion | 5 min | Recap the main ideas discussed. Assign homework and provide closing thoughts on the importance of remembrance. |
Students will write a one-page reflection on how the themes from Night connect to current human rights issues. This will be submitted in writing and will not require an oral presentation.
Students will be assessed based on their participation in the group reading and discussion, as well as their written reflection assignment.
Encourage students to approach the topics with sensitivity and understanding, given the heavy subject matter. Provide support resources if students feel overwhelmed by the content.