Dear Parents,
In social studies, we are wrapping up our study of World War I and moving onto World War II. I would love to schedule some guest speakers to offer a variety of knowledge and perspectives on this important period in our history. If you or someone you know who lives in the area would be willing to talk to our students, we would love to have you visit with us! I am looking for:
· WWII veterans
· Holocaust survivors
· A senior citizen who lived during this time period and can describe how WWII affected life on the “home front” (especially USA or Europe)
· A WWI or WWII enthusiast
· Someone who has WWI or WWII memorabilia (pictures, uniforms, ration coupons, newspapers, etc.) from someone who lived during this time period
Since our audience is fifth graders, I know that concerns may arise about appropriate content. I will be happy to talk to all guest speakers about this before a visit is scheduled.
In addition, I often talk to my classes about how history is taught in our schools from an American perspective. If anyone has European text books or other resources from different countries which discuss WWI or WWII from a non-American point of view, I would LOVE to borrow it!
Presentations should be approximately 30 – 45 minutes in length. Please let me know if you need to borrow a computer and projector. I teach four social studies classes, so please let me know if you are willing to share information with more than one class. Please respond by Monday, March 19 so I can create a schedule for presentations. As always, thank you for your support!
Take care,
Stephanie Scarpinato
