Dive into the haunting depths of history by exploring the Auschwitz Memorial and Museum online, while immersing yourself in the piercing narrative of Elie Wiesel’s Night. Prepare a compelling presentation for your class, enriched with images of the museum. Illuminate the grim realities of Auschwitz and other concentration camps during World War II, drawing heavily upon Wiesel’s poignant firsthand account.

Personal Reflection

Join the women of Burgdorf as they assist Renate Eberhardt in her somber preparations for arrest and impending deportation. Embark on a quest to uncover what meager belongings Jews were permitted to carry in their suitcases and the fate of their cherished possessions. Select a modest suitcase or backpack, filling it with your most treasured items, imagining the painful reality of deportation. Present your choices to your classmates, unpacking the bag and narrating the fate of the belongings Jews once packed with hope and despair.

Exploration of Genetic Conditions

Trudi Montag's genetic reality is achondroplastic dwarfism. Pen a thoughtful paper detailing the symptoms and its profound impact on Trudi's life as depicted in the novel, shedding light on her unique experience.

Literary Analysis

Delve into Hegi’s evocative short stories in Floating in My Mother’s Palm, and craft a paper exploring the nuances of Burgdorf and its inhabitants, enriching your comprehension of Stones from the River with these layered insights.

Propaganda and Its Effects

Embark on a scholarly journey through the realm of Nazi propaganda films, culminating in a research paper. Use the vivid depiction of a film observed by Ingrid Baum and Trudi Montag in Düsseldorf as your catalyst. Analyze how the film embodies the insidious beliefs and values that propagated anti-Semitism and endorsed the horrific treatment of Jews. Consider weaving in an analysis of a Hollywood film that similarly employs propagandistic techniques, deciphering its undercurrents.

Creative Storytelling

Weave a narrative tapestry from the perspective of Eva Rosen Sturm, Renate Eberhardt, or Ilse Abramowitz, chronicling the harrowing moments of their arrest and the unfolding events post-removal from Burgdorf. Capture their voices and experiences, breathing life into their poignant stories.