Some files are quite large. Lesson 1 is available as a complete lesson. Lessons 2 - 4 are available both as complete lessons and as individual activities. Download based on your classroom needs or your internet connection speed.
Lesson 1: Identity(2.8 MB)
How do we Start to Understand Different Life Experiences? Includes Activities:Who Am I? What is Your Family Story? What is a Shared Past?
If you have a fast connection, you are welcome to download the entireSecondary Curriculum(26.6 MB).
Additional Resources
ID Booklets
These biographical booklets tell the personal stories of internees and others directly affected by the internment experience.
KWL Chart
Use this chart when directed in lessons to have students reflect on "What do I know?"; "What do I want to know?"; and "What have I learned?"
Related Books, Videos, and Web Sites
With the wealth of resources available today about Manzanar and the internment experience, you will always find more to learn and share.
Manzanar NHS Education Program Reservation Request
You can reserve a ranger-led program. Depending on the length of your visit, a program may be a 30 minute introduction to the site, or a lengthier in-depth tour of Manzanar. Please emaile-mail usto schedule a trip. You may download and fill out the Reservation Request Form and email it to the address at the top of the form. There is no charge for the tour or for parking.
Manzanar National Historic Site requires that school groups include one adult for every 15 students. Our maximum group size is 100. We are not able to accommodate more. Please be prepared to split groups larger than 25. We will do everything we can to confirm your tour, however not all requests can be accommodated due to lack of staffing. If we cannot accommodate your request, please know that you can visit Manzanar on your own. With our extensive exhibits, introductory film, self-guiding driving tour, and rangers at the front desk, tour leaders can lead their own excursions to Manzanar.