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Propel Workshop Series Exhibits – Montreat Workshop Series B 

Creator: Caryn Levy

School: Leicester Elementary School

Title: World War II on the Homefront

Grade Level(s): 5th – 12th Grade

Description:

This exhibit describes the use of symbolism and slogans used during World War II in posters and artwork.  Posters, photos, and letters are included in this presentation and are backed with Velcro ™ for ease of individual or small group work.  Activities included are letter writing to soldiers, creating posters, evaluating posters and photographs, and designing pamphlets, with the use of Microsoft Publisher, to encourage people to help with the war effort.  An assortment of related themed high elementary/middle school level books is included with this exhibit.