Our pedagogical activities, designed for the 3rd cycle of primary school, offer teachers the opportunity to approach the subject of the Holocaust thoughtfully and sensitively. They focus on stories of real youth, to whom students can easily relate, as well as solidarity and resilience. Our educational programs provide guidelines for reflections that are grounded in historical inquiry, the analysis of primary sources and survivor testimonies.
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Teaching the History of the Holocaust in Elementary School
Educational Programs, Activities and Resources
Educational Programs
Educational tool
Muguette Myers:
A Childhood Under the Occupation
A Childhood Under the Occupation
Discover the story of Muguette Myers and her childhood in France during the Holocaust, using our new immersive sound app.
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Educational Program
The Heart from Auschwitz
Story of the Heart from Auschwitz, centered on living together and the arts.
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Educational Program
Hana's Suitcase
Investigation into the story of Hana Brady, a young Czechoslovakian, and her family.
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Educational Program
Teaching about the Holocaust Using Recorded Survivor Testimony
Testimony of Marcel Tenenbaum, a Belgian Jewish child during the Holocaust.
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Activity for Studying the Holocaust at Home
Studying the Holocaust at home with artefacts and testimonies.
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Educational workshops
Educational Workshops at the Museum
Explore our collections to learn about the Holocaust.
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Visit the Museum
Guided Tours, Testimonies and Workshops
Organize a museum tour with your students.
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Education Activity
Activity for Studying the Holocaust at Home
Studying the Holocaust at home with artefacts and testimonies.
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Educational Resource
Holocaust Maps and Timelines
Interactive study of the Holocaust in its European and global context.
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Educational Resource
Analysis Sheets
Simple and versatile analysis sheets for studying primary sources.
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Reference Guide
Brief History of Antisemitism in Canada
Summary of the history of antisemitic thought in Canada.
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The History of the Holocaust
Insights on events, key actors and issues related to the Holocaust.
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Holocaust Life Stories
Video testimonials of Holocaust survivors on several themes with educational guide.
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Building New Lives
Journey of Holocaust survivors who decided to immigrate to Canada after the war.
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“And in 1948, I came to Canada”: The Holocaust in Six Dates
Accompanying teaching guide and guide for organizing a commemoration.
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For tips about teaching the history of the Holocaust in the 3rd cycle of primary school, please read our article 5 Tips for Teaching the History of the Holocaust in Elementary School.
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