Guthriegabs About: D Day-Why It Was the Longest Day of WWII
Why is the remembrance of D Day important to ending World War Two? Learn who was involved, the technology, and the obstacles to their success. I bring my personal experience from talking with survivors that lived on the coast of France.
Kim Guthriegabs M. Ed
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1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Informal discussionClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
I will never forget the first time I stood on the sand along the coast of Normandy, France. Every time I return to the beaches, I wish that I could bring more people to experience the location first-hand. I have had the great fortune of having met with many of the heroes of D-Day and stood alongside them on those French beaches. This class provides an overview of the planning and execution of the largest land and air attack in history. Throughout the time I encourage learners to ask questions and discuss what it was like on that day for both the members of the Allied forces and for civilians. The class will be a combination of facts from history, a visual presentation, and personal anecdotes from my time spent in the Normandy region of France. References to the movie, "The Longest Day," are made in the class. I welcome students to bring questions to class for discussion.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to understand the purpose of D-Day.
Students will be able to locate the beaches of the D-Day landings.
Students will recall stories of individuals that survived the longest day in history.
Students will understand why it is important to remember those that gave their lives on the beaches of Normandy.
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Parental Guidance
This class is about a major battle in World War II. The class does not focus on specific deaths, but the subject of death will be part of the class. My goal is to help students to understand that all life should be valued and not forgotten.
Supply List
No material necessary.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- National Archives
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Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Southern Wesleyan
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Limestone University
I have taught World History for over 15 years. I was the lead history teacher for my school and I've written numerous history curriculum guides. The expertise on this subject comes from the many trips I have taken to the Normandy coast of France. I have walked along the white crosses in the American cemetery and stood in the German bunkers. Reviews
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Ages: 12-16
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