Warning: Images in this story show the aftermath of war, including bombed out buildings. Be sure to preview before showing to your students.
NOTE: If you are short on time, watch the video and complete this See, Think, Wonder activity: What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What would you want to learn more about?
SUMMARY
Israel allowed hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to return to northern Gaza Monday after a two-day delay. Gazans were ordered to move south early in the war, stoking fears they’d never be allowed to return home.
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WARM-UP QUESTIONS
- Who are Mahoud and Ibrahim Al-Atu?
- What does the ceasefire entail? What does it mean to be displaced?
- Where is Salem Badawi from?
- When were the hostages released?
- Why did Israel delay Palestinians' return to northern Gaza?
FOCUS QUESTIONS
What should the role of the international community be in supporting the families?
Media literacy: What other perspectives would you like to know more about on this war?
WHAT STUDENTS CAN DO
Watch the following video with a friend, neighbor or family member, Aid worker describes ‘dire need’ of children in Gaza amid delicate ceasefire. Each of you should write down 3-5 facts that stood out to you and share them with each other. Note if any of the facts were the same. Why do you think that was the case? What further questions do you have? How could you find out the answers to them?
Take a look at this lesson to learn more about the U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
List of the 17 SDGs: https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/
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