LESSON PLAN

Pearl Harbor

This lesson is about DISCRIMINATION.

Through learning about how the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 led to incidents of discrimination against Japanese Americans, students will be asked to critically think about the concept of discrimination.

Lesson Objectives
After finishing this lesson, students will be able to:

  • Analyze the effects of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, specifically on Japanese Americans living in Hawaii.
  • Describe the concept of discrimination.
  • Evaluate primary source historical information.
  • Collaborate with others on a team-based project.
  • Research and evaluate current news and events related to discrimination.
  • Plan and execute a personal interview.
  • Create a documentary video.

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