Atomic Bomb in World War 2 Lesson & WWII Activities - Google Digital Resources

This Atomic Bomb in World War 2 lesson focuses on the decision to drop the nuclear weapon on Japan to end WWII. The activities are engaging for students, and the guided 6-E format is easy for teachers to implement! Start with a “Memory Game - Japan” warm-up activity. Next, assess students' knowledge about the origins of Godzilla. Discuss vocabulary and key concepts using fill-in notes that accompany the lesson. An investigation activity challenges students to examine opposing viewpoints regarding the atomic bombs in warfare. There is also a printable “walk-around” poster version to encourage movement in your classroom. Students will use their evidence to support both perspectives on the decision to drop nuclear weapons on Hiroshima and Nagasaki: "A Necessary Evil" and "A Terrible Mistake." To assess learning, a writing prompt asks, “Should nuclear weapons ever be used again in a global conflict?” Both printable and interactive digital versions of the materials are included.