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.
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:
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 TripThe 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 ClassesWhen 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:
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 FormReserving 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) OMB Control No. 1024-0228 NoticesPrivacy Act StatementAuthority: 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 StatementWe 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 StatementPublic 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. Every Kid Outdoors ProgramThe 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:
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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! |
Last updated: October 29, 2024