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Download full textStorey, Dee – 1985
This document presents results of a survey studying the Japanese picture book, "Hiroshima No Pika." The story aptly captures how a family of three find their lives shattered in a matter of seconds when the atomic bomb is dropped on Hiroshima (Japan) in World War II. Issues presented in the story are: (1) immediate survival in the face of…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Critical Thinking, Disarmament, Elementary School Students
Austill, Chris, Ed. – 1983
These activities help high school students develop an understanding of nuclear weapons within the context of human beings making choices. Students learn to evaluate information and to identify the political stand or bias in what they hear and read. To record their own growth and change, students are encouraged to keep a journal. Teachers can…
Descriptors: Civics, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Decision Making Skills
Irwin, Wallace, Jr., Ed.; And Others – 1979
Facts and controversial issues concerning SALT II (Strategic Arms Limitations Talks) are examined. The intent of the document is to enable non-specialists in military/strategic matters to arrive at their own conclusions. Central questions explored are: Is it possible to arrive at an agreement that will stabilize strategic arms competition and…
Descriptors: Disarmament, Federal Government, Foreign Policy, Government Role
Bakker, Don – 1995
This unit presents students with dilemmas faced by U.S. policymakers with three distinct options for U.S. policy toward Japan. Background readings provide students with information on the U.S. decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan in 1945. By exploring a spectrum of alternatives, students gain a deeper understanding of the values underlying…
Descriptors: Asian History, Decision Making, Decision Making Skills, Educational Objectives
Moore, Melinda; Olsen, Laurie – 1984
Intended to encourage young people to take part in the dialogue about nuclear weapons and become active on nuclear issues, this guide talks about nuclear weapons and what people can do to stop the threat of nuclear war. There are two major sections. The first section, "The Problem," contains background readings on nuclear issues.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Advocacy, Citizen Participation, Civil Disobedience
Los Angeles Unified School District, CA. Office of Instruction. – 1987
This teacher's resource guide is designed to facilitate the planning of science and history/social science classroom instruction concerning nuclear age issues for elementary and secondary students. The materials introduce this topic with an interdisciplinary approach to a broad range of nuclear topics. The booklet is divided into five sections.…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Critical Thinking, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education
