ARCHIVE for HMD2011: Untold Stories
The case studies and related education resources for HMD2011, Untold Stories, have been archived. The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust is currently focusing on the theme for this year, Speak Up, Speak Out.
HMD 2011 English (Primary) - Reading Activities
Young readers can be introduced to some of the issues raised by Holocaust Memorial Day through the eyes of fictional characters. The days leading up to HMD are a good time to share in the reading of a short novel and discuss the issues and questions which arise as the story unfolds.
It is important to tell students that although the characters they encounter are fictional, the historical events behind the narrative actually took place. HMDT has selected books suitable for primary students and prepared a series of discussion questions and tasks to be used with student reading groups. You will find these in the reading group section of our main website.
You can download the complete lesson plan below. Please don’t forget to order our free Campaign Pack which will assist you in your activities for HMD 2011. The pack contains free posters, a film, advice and hand out material.
- English (Primary) - Reading Activities (PDF: 84489 KB)