For Teachers

Looking For Inspiration?

Explore our educational resources to enhance your understanding of the WWII Home Front. Visit our Study Page for comprehensive materials, check out Lesson Ideas for Teachers to integrate history into your curriculum, and delve into specific activities with our 4th Grade Lesson Ideas tailored for younger students. These pages offer valuable tools to bring history to life in your classroom.

 

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  WWII History For Your Class

  Lesson Ideas For Teachers

  Looking for some inspiration for your classroom engagement? Here's a few ideas to start from.

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  Enhance Your Knowledge!

  Comprehensive Study Page

  Our "Study Page" provides a one-stop source to start learning about WWII and the many aspects of the WWII Home Front.

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  Inspiring the Students!

  4th Grade Lesson Ideas

  Here are some suggested ideas for your 4th Grade Class.

 

 

A group of students pose with the "Rosie the Riveter" life-cast figure at the park.

NPS photo/Luther Bailey

Why is WWII Home Front History Important for Your Class?

Understanding the history of the WWII Home Front is crucial for students because it highlights the incredible efforts and resilience of everyday Americans during a time of global crisis. Here’s why incorporating this topic into your curriculum is beneficial:

1. Lessons in Resilience and Adaptability: Students learn how communities adapted to wartime challenges through rationing, recycling, and Victory Gardens, demonstrating resourcefulness and perseverance.

2. Understanding Social Change: The Home Front saw significant shifts in social roles, particularly with women entering the workforce as symbolized by Rosie the Riveter. This helps students appreciate the origins of modern gender roles and labor movements.

3. Civic Engagement: Teaching about the Home Front encourages students to understand the importance of civic duty and community involvement, showing how collective efforts can lead to significant national contributions.

4. Diverse Contributions: Highlighting the roles of different groups, including women, minorities, and children, provides a more inclusive historical narrative and acknowledges the diverse fabric of American society.

5. Critical Thinking: Examining the Home Front allows students to critically analyze how war impacts society beyond the battlefield, fostering a deeper understanding of history’s complexity.

Integrating WWII Home Front history into your lessons not only enriches students' knowledge of the past but also inspires them to think about their roles in shaping the future.

 

How to Reserve Your Field Trip

The Rosie the Riveter Visitor Education Center offers dynamic and engaging educational opportunities for student field trips. With interactive exhibits, educational videos, and ranger-led programs, students can explore a pivotal chapter of American history.

Our knowledgeable rangers and enthusiastic docents are ready to tailor your visit to meet your educational goals.

Reservations Required for Classes:

To ensure an organized visit, teachers must make a reservation for class groups. Complete the online Education Reservation Inquiry Form on this webpage to help us accommodate your group effectively and provide an optimal learning experience for your students.

 

Guidelines For Teachers Visiting with Classes

When visiting the park with your classroom, we want to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience while protecting our valuable resources. Here are a few friendly reminders to help make your visit smooth and memorable:

1. Supervision: To keep everyone safe, we ask that teachers and chaperones supervise their students at all times. This includes keeping a headcount and making sure students stay within designated areas.
2. Respect for Exhibits and Museum Items: Our park features a variety of exhibits and museum items, including interactive displays that students can touch and explore. To keep these exhibits in good condition for future visitors, please encourage students to handle them gently and respectfully.
3. Behavioral Expectations: A brief discussion with your students about appropriate behavior in the park can go a long way. Remind them to follow park rules, stay on marked trails, and be mindful of wildlife and natural habitats. Encourage respectful interactions with park staff, volunteers, and other visitors.
4. Preparation and Awareness: Before your visit, take a moment to go over the park’s rules and expectations with your students. This preparation can help avoid misunderstandings and ensure everyone has a positive experience.
5. Emergency Procedures: Make sure you and your students know the park’s emergency procedures, including the locations of first aid stations and emergency contacts. If any incidents occur, please report them promptly to park staff.

By following these simple guidelines, we can work together to preserve the park’s resources and create a wonderful educational experience for your students. Thank you for your cooperation and support!

 

Education Reservation Inquiry Form

Reserving a Classroom Visit? 

The National Park Service is now using an online reservations request form for educators. The goal is to streamline the process of booking a park visit for your classroom or school group. Since we are in the testing phase, we welcome your feedback about the ease of use, and any comments or suggestions that you may have. Currently, this park only provides a "Park Visit" reservation opportunity, but may eventually offer other forms of ranger interaction. 

Submitting This Form: What Next?

Once you fill out the form and submit it, your reservation request will be emailed to several staff members from the park, and they will contact you to finalize a visit date and time. Due to staffing levels and other reservations, we may not have the desired date available, but we will work with you to find an alternative date for your visit.

NPS Form 10-1750 (Rev. 04/2021)
National Park Service

OMB Control No. 1024-0228
Expiration Date 11/30/2025

Learning Accommodations

Does anyone in your group need any accommodations?

Yes No

If yes, describe the accommodation need.

Next Step

School / Organization Contact Information

School / Organization Name (required)

Name of Requester/Contact Person (required)

Title / Position (required)

Contact Email Address (required)

Contact Phone Number (required)
123-456-7890 extension if any

Mailing Address (required)

City (required)

State (required)

Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas Armed Forces - Americas Armed Forces - Europe Armed Forces - Pacific California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Northern Mariana Islands Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virgin Islands Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

ZIP (required)
Five digit ZIP code [99999]

Next Step

Group Details - Park Visit/ Field Trip

Name of Primary Contact Visiting if Different Than Above (optional)

Title / Position of Primary Contact if Different Than Above (optional)

Email Address of Primary Contact if Different Than Above (optional)

Phone Number of Primary Contact if Different Than Above (optional)
Format: 123-456-7890

Program Name or Subject Requested/Self-Guided

Grade Level(s) of Students (required)

Number of Staff / Chaperones (required)

Number of Students (required)

Preferred Date of Visit (required)
format mmddyyyy

My preferred date has been confirmed by the park (required)

Yes No

Preferred Program Start Time (required)

Alternative Date(s) (required)
Enter one or more dates .

Anticipated Arrival Time (required)

Anticipated Departure Time (required)

Mode of Transportation (required)

Disclaimer:

A park representative will follow-up to confirm group details once this request has been received and reviewed.

Submit my Education Reservation Request

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NPS Form 10-1750 (Rev. 04/2021)
National Park Service

OMB Control No. 1024-0228
Expiration Date 11/31/2025

Notices

Privacy Act Statement

Authority: Public Law 114-289 National Park Service Centennial Act and 54 U.S.C. 100701 Protection, interpretation, and research in System.

Purpose: To administer education programs for education audiences including but not limited to school groups, scouting groups, extracurricular groups, and home school groups.

Routine Uses: To effectively manage requests for education received by the NPS, the Education Reservation Request Form is used to collect basic education reservation information to facilitate operational aspects of scheduling groups for park education programs, including in-park education programs, ranger in classroom programs, and/or online distance learning programs.

Disclosure: Voluntary, however, failure to provide the requested information may impede the ability to grant your education reservation request.

Paperwork Reduction Act Statement

We are collecting this information subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501) to provide park managers and educators the information needed to schedule and conduct education program activities. All applicable parts of the form must be completed in order for your request to be considered. You are not required to respond to this or any other Federal agency-sponsored information collection unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. OMB has approved this collection of information and assigned control number 1024-0288.

Estimated Burden Statement

Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to average 5 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Information Collection Clearance Officer, National Park Service, 1201 Oakridge Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Do not send your completed form to this address.

 

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Every Kid Outdoors Program

The Every Kid Outdoors program is an exciting initiative that aims to connect fourth graders across the United States with the wonders of the natural world. This program provides free access to hundreds of parks, lands, and waters for fourth-grade students and their families, fostering a love for nature and outdoor activities.

Program Details:

• Eligibility: All fourth-grade students, including those who are homeschooled, are eligible to participate.
• Pass Benefits: The pass grants free entry for the fourth grader and their family to national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and other federal lands and waters.
• Duration: The pass is valid for the duration of the fourth-grade school year, starting September 1 and ending August 31 of the following year.
• How to Get the Pass: Students can visit the Every Kid Outdoors website, complete an engaging activity, and print their pass to use when visiting federal lands.

Objectives:

• Promote Outdoor Education: Encourage fourth graders to explore and learn about the natural world, fostering a lifelong connection to nature.
• Support Physical Activity: Provide opportunities for physical activity and adventure through hiking, wildlife observation, and other outdoor activities.
• Cultivate Environmental Stewardship: Instill a sense of responsibility and stewardship for America's natural and cultural resources.

For more information and to get your free pass, visit the Every Kid Outdoors website. Join us in inspiring the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts and environmental stewards!