Teacher Name: _______________________________
Class: _______________________________________
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Thematic Unit
World War II
Day of Year
88
Day Of Unit
4
Grade Level
7-12
Lesson Goal
The students will learn about Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor and how this impacted the USA's policy of
neutrality when WW II began.
Subject
Important aspects of World War II and why the USA joined the conflict.
Prior Knowledge / Bell Ringer
The Bell Ringer deals with Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor.
“I Can…” Statement #1
I CAN describe the USA's policy of neutrality when various conflicts originally broke out in World War II.
“I Can…” Statement #2
I CAN explain why Japan attacked Pearl Harbor and describe how the USA responded to the attack.
“I Can…” Statement #3
I CAN explain the reasons why Germany, Italy, and Japan formed the Axis Powers.
Common Core Standards
E. America Enters World War II (1945-Present) a. Describe circumstances at home and abroad prior to
U.S. involvement in World War II b. Identify the significant military and political aspects of World War II
Other Standards
Procedures / Daily Outline
1. Let the students start the day with the Bell Ringer dealing with Pearl Harbor. 2. Review the
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PowerPoint Presentation: The USA Enters WW II, as the students take notes 3. Let the students take the
Short Quiz / Exit Slip: The USA Enters WW II and review it 4. Let the students finish the day with the
worksheet: The USA Enters WW II 5. (As an alternative to the PowerPoint, review the CONTENT
READING GUIDE for #2 and then proceed with items # 3 and # 4)
Assessments
1. Bell Ringer 2. Short Quiz / Exit Slip 3. Worksheet
Materials
1. Bell Ringer 2. Power Point 3. Notes 4. Short Quiz/Exit Slip 5. Worksheet.
Accommodations / Special Circumstances
FULL NOTES as an alternative to the fill in the blank notes.
Extra / Additional Resources
As an alternative to the PowerPoint, review the CONTENT READING GUIDE for #2 and then proceed
with items #3 and #4.
Reflection