PRIOR TO VIEWING THE DOCUMENTARY

A discussion with the students should include the historical events noted on the Holocaust time line. (Important terms are in bold print). Review David Wisnia's time line, for his story is highlighted in the documentary. Compare the map of David Wisnia's journey, 1926 - 1946, to the time line of the Holocaust documentary.

Suggested activities:

1. Encourage students to research some of the bold face terms noted on the Holocaust time line. This can be done as small group work or on an individual basis.

2. The teacher should present some of the bold face terms on the Holocaust time line through lecture/explanation.

3. Discuss David Wisnia's time line and map. Explore how this relates to the events of the Holocaust.

Questions:

1. What do you know about the Holocaust?

2. What do you want to learn about the Holocaust and this period of time (1933 - 1945)?

3. Why do you think David Wisnia's journey described in the documentary is important?

Introduction After Viewing The Documentary Timeline for David Wisnia Holocaust Timeline