FREE- World War II Home Front (Scheduled Program)

by Eisenhower Foundation/IKEducation

Every aspect of life on the American home front was focused towards winning World War II and everyone was asked to do their part to support the troops. Students will learn about Victory Gardens, rationing, and recycling programs that were a way of life for those on the home front. Activities include analyzing propaganda posters and budgeting ration points to buy necessary items.

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About This Program

Cost

By Request: $0.00

FREE!

Length

50 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 4, 5, 6, Teacher(s)/Educator(s), Homeschool/Family

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

1000

Primary Disciplines

Online Learning/Digital Learning , History & Social Studies

Program Delivery Mode

Zoom

Booking Information

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

Please notify IKEducation of cancellation at least 24 hours in advance. Rescheduling is at the discretion and availability of IKEducation staff.

About This Provider

Eisenhower Foundation/IKEducation

Abilene, Kansas
United States

IKEducation programs are "learning laboratories" where students analyze primary sources related to the life and times of Dwight D. Eisenhower. These cross-curricular programs are rooted in national standards and supported by educators who utilize best practices and high-quality educational materials. IKEducation is a collaborative initiative between the Eisenhower Foundation and the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum, and Boyhood Home in Abilene, Kansas.

Contact:
IKEducation
iked1890@eisenhowerfoundation.net
785-280-9531

Program Details

Format

1. This program begins with a brief introduction to World War 2 and the home front.
2. Program will share information about living in the U.S. during WW2 and how life changed.
3. Students will participate in interactive activities.

Objectives

Students will examine primary source artifacts to determine what they are and how they were used to help the war effort.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.4.RI.1 -- Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.5.RI.7 -- Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources, demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.6-8.RH.1 -- Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
NSS-USH.K-4.1 LIVING AND WORKING TOGETHER IN FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES, NOW AND LONG AGO