Nazi Germany
Through An Examination of the Holocaust-This is a problem-based unit, in which the students are presented with a real-world situation to produce a news series on the Holocaust, in the context of current pressures from neo-Nazis and others espousing Holocaust Denial theories. The underlying questions relate to the moral and ethical climate of the times, compared to the present. They involve the potential for human evil and unbridled power in the totalitarian state of Nazi Germany, as well as the heroism displayed by individuals who resisted and in some cases triumphed.

The Cult of Death
The primary objective of this lesson is to establish that the Japanese had a unique value system going into the Second World War, and that it served as kindling in the conflagration that was the Pacific War.

The Rise of the Nazi Party in Germany
A compressive lesson on the events that gave rise to Hitler's Nazi party. Includes handouts and links to supplementary materials.

The Role of Mussolini
The main purpose of this lesson  is to give the students an understanding of the relationship, similarities, and partnership between Mussolini and Hitler. The activity for this lesson is designed to develop the students' thinking, evaluation, and note-taking skills.
 

Best of History Websites (Early Modern Europe)

Map Resources on the Web

BBC History An impressive array of exhibitions, activities, games, photo galleries and other resources.

The History Channel Online

PBS History
 

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