Harrison's HeroesEducator Program

Grades 3–5

Courage and Remembrance

An age appropriate introduction to Pearl Harbor through personal stories, acts of courage, remembrance, and guided reflection.

Preview the ExperiencePreview Curriculum

Learning goals

  • Identify Pearl Harbor as a significant event in United States history.
  • Describe how ordinary people showed courage and service.
  • Explain why communities remember people and events.
  • Use details from a story, image, or map to support an idea.

Lesson length

Two 35 to 45 minute lessons, plus the 5 minute immersive experience

Core activities

  • Picture and map inquiry
  • Courage story cards
  • Guided viewing notes
  • Class remembrance reflection

Assessment approach

Teacher observation, short response, and an optional illustrated reflection.

Technology options

Meta Quest, computer, Chromebook, tablet, phone, captions, transcript, and non immersive alternatives.

Sensory and age guidance

Teacher preview recommended. Use the non headset viewing option for students who prefer it. Provide context before showing attack imagery.

Resources in this pathway

The final registered educator library should include the items below. Replace each placeholder with approved, reviewed files before public launch.

Teacher lesson planStudent viewing guideMap and timeline activityDiscussion guideAssessment and answer keyAccessibility adaptation guide