Dive deep into the gripping no prep World War 2 Era of history with this immersive middle or high school stations/gallery walk activity. Equip your students to uncover the personalities, beliefs, and decisions that steered global politics for decades through movement and engagement.

Leaders Included:

• Joseph Stalin (Soviet Union)
• Franklin D. Roosevelt (USA)
• Winston Churchill (UK)
• Benito Mussolini (Italy)
• Emperor Hirohito (Japan)
• General Dwight D. Eisenhower (USA)
• General Douglas MacArthur (USA)
• Marshal Georgy Zhukov (Soviet Union)
• Hideki Tojo (Japan)
• Charles de Gaulle (France)
• Heinrich Himmler (Germany)
• Bernard Montgomery (UK)
• Erwin Rommel (Germany)
• Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto (Japan)
• Anne Frank
• Raoul Wallenberg
• Oskar Schindler

What's Inside?

Biographical Snapshot:

• Birth and Death: Set the timeline for these monumental figures.
• Major Roles/Titles: Delve into their official capacities and designations.
• Brief Background: A glimpse into their early life and the path that led them to power.

Major Contributions or Actions:

• Engage with 1-3 pivotal events or policies

Quotes:

• Immerse in profound quotes offering a direct window into their worldviews and ideologies.

Challenges and Controversies:

• Dive into the struggles and debates that marked their leadership, enriching the narrative.

Legacy and Impact:

• Analyze their mark on World War 2, their lasting influences, and how historians regard them today.

BONUS: Editable Retrieval Chart:

• Customize the leader list according to your class's needs or curriculum focus. This flexibility ensures the gallery walk seamlessly integrates with your teaching plan.

Why Choose This Activity?

• Vivid Learning: Transcend from mere facts to experiencing history.
• Critical Thinking: Foster analysis, evaluation, and deep discussions among students.
• Classroom Flexibility: Suitable for diverse learning setups, ensuring easy adaptability.

Common Core Outcomes:

For Grades 6-8:

• Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-8: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.4, RH.6-8.5, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10

For Grades 9-12:

• Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 9-10 & 11-12: RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.11-12.1, RH.11-12.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.11-12.4, RH.9-10.7, RH.11-12.8, RH.9-10.10, RH.11-12.10

Australia Currciulum links:

Depth Study 2: World War II (1939–1945)

• • Causes, events, outcome, and impact of the conflict: (ACDSEH024)
  • Experiences of Australians, including Kokoda: (ACDSEH108)
  • Could lead to discussion on the Australian home front: (ACDSEH109)

Historical Skills

• Chronology, Terms, and Concepts: Understanding sequence and context: (ACHHS182)

• Analysis and Use of Sources: Evaluating sources and perspectives: (ACHHS185)

• Explanation and Communication: Constructing explanations and arguments: (ACHHS187)

  This resource is designed to enhance student comprehension and interest in this pivotal era in history. It's perfect for making the World War 2 come alive in your classroom.

Don't merely narrate the World War 2 – let your students live its intrigues and strategies. This comprehensive activity is designed to instill a nuanced appreciation of this era's dynamics.

Seize this unique World War 2 Figures Gallery Walk Activity and set your classroom alight with the thrill of history!

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