Part 1: From Refugees to Embassies: Ambassador James G. McDonald

Through a two-part gallery walk activity students will view historical documents and investigate diplomatic efforts of governments and nongovernmental organizations to aid refugees from Nazi Germany in the 1930s and 1940s. Students will also learn about the diplomatic career of James G. McDonald preceding and including his service as the first U.S. Ambassador to the new State of Israel.

 

 
Resource ID#: 207616 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: Holocaust, refugees, diplomacy, James G. McDonald, League of Nations, Israel, immigration quotas, nongovernmental organizations, Franklin Roosevelt, Harry Truman, World War II, St. Louis, Evian Conference
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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