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Goals Educators May Reach Through
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Educator Praise for
The Children of Willesden Lane
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- Bringing history to life for students through the story of the Kindertransport, the rescue operation that brought 10,000 children to safety in England on the eve of World War II.
- Helping language arts students see their own questions of identity reflected in the true story of Lisa Jura.
- Drawing on the classical music that plays a strong role in the book to build students’ understanding of Lisa’s life and world.
- Fostering ethical discussions among students about historical responsibility, moral choices, and self-reliance.
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“In all my years as an educator, I have never seen so many students
anxious to ask questions about a book!”
Educator Christopher Mazzino
Scranton, PA
The Children of Willesden Lane by Mona Golabek has inspired a collection of rich educational materials now being used by teachers nationwide to expand students’ knowledge of Holocaust history and their understanding of cultural differences, human perseverance and tolerance through the music and story of Lisa Jura.
The Milken Family Foundation, the Annenberg Foundation and Facing History and Ourselves have partnered to create these educational materials that teach a broad scope of lessons using The Children of Willesden Lane, from history to human perseverance, many of which are offered free of charge on this site.
Teachers around the country have found that the story of Lisa Jura’s journey from Vienna to London, and from adolescence to adulthood, is ideal for inspiring young people across disciplines and grade levels. Lisa’s story helps students reach a deeper understanding of history and of themselves.
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“The Children of Willesden Lane is the
best book I’ve ever read.”
Victoria Bodanos,
Colonial Middle School Student, Memphis
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The Children of Willesden Lane Book
ORDER DISCOUNTED BOOKS
The Children of Willesden Lane is the true story of Lisa Jura, a young girl who escapes Nazi persecution on the eve of World War II. Read more about the book.
“Lisa Jura inspired me to dream the impossible dream and
never give up when you think all is lost. This book teaches people
to use the gifts God gave them to inspire others.”
Amanda Herl, Student in Hoxie High School, Kansas |
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Teacher’s Resource
DOWNLOAD FREE PDF
ORDER PRINT COPY
Download or Order a printed Teacher’s Resource with a wealth of lessons and activities for your students. Created by Facing History and Ourselves with the support of the Milken Family Foundation, the guide provides a flexible structure for examining the story of The Children of Willesden Lane and relating it to historical and current events.
“I read this wonderful book twice. It will be an excellent centerpiece of an integrated unit dealing with music, history, and human prejudice.”
David Neves, Rhode Island Teacher of the Year |
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Classroom Videos
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A selection of Classroom Videos show how teachers in diverse schools are using the book and Teacher’s Resource to connect students with history and to foster discussions about ethical choices. The classroom videos are geared to different parts of the book and Teacher’s Resource but can be used flexibly and viewed at any time. The videos highlight the challenges that can arise in teaching sensitive historical material, and how teachers can address these challenges.
“The Children of Willesden Lane will enrich the lives of
thousands of educators, and perhaps millions of students.”
John Snyder, Advanced Technologies Academy, Nevada
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Musical Selections
FREE DOWNLOADS
Download and play Musical Selections related to the book to give students a sense of the music that is so central to Lisa’s story. In these selections, Mona Golabek introduces and plays a portion of each piece featured in the book.
“This book is very touching and I hope it inspires everyone who reads it to follow in Lisa’s steps with great determination so they can make their dreams a reality.”
Peter Schamber, Student in Los Angeles
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