Studying the Holocaust provides an opportunity to explore a fascinating historical topic whose impact on the contemporary world cannot be overstated. As such, the topic is now an accepted part of the American secondary school curriculum. For such curricula to be of maximum benefit to students, clearly defined perspectives that direct the students' study must be central to the development of Holocaust units. This article discusses five such perspectives, thus providing teachers with focal points they can address in planning and implementing effective, meaningful Holocaust curricula.