Explaining the Holocaust to Your Child

Yom HaShoah/Holocaust Memorial Day, is April 27, 2014

How can you explain an event in history so horrific that even adults have trouble comprehending it? Children hear things and ask questions. Here are some resources which can help you explain. As always, view or read anything first and see what is age-appropriate for your child.

A YouTube video geared for children:

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum has resources for teachers but they are also helpful for parents.

The family blog, Raising Kvell, has an article, "Talking to My Kids About the Holocaust," By Alina Adams which you may find helpful.

The Holocaust Explained is a website out of England with some great resources.

Check out Jvillage’s Righteous Gentiles page    page.