The Hitler Youth
Grade 8th Grade · Social Studies · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe the goals and activities of the Hitler Youth.
Warm-Up Video
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum · 3:45
What Was the Hitler Youth? | Holocaust Explainer
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The Hitler Youth was a Nazi-organized youth movement that shaped the beliefs of young Germans from ages 10 to 18.
- 2
The Nazis used the Hitler Youth to teach loyalty to Adolf Hitler, hatred of Jews, and to prepare young people for war.
- 3
The boys’ group was called the Hitler Youth, and the girls’ group was called the League of German Girls.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe two goals of the Hitler Youth and one activity members participated in.”
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