Year 8 RE/History Lesson: Dietrich Bonhoeffer – How Did Faith Shape His Resistance to Hitler?
This lesson explores the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a Christian pastor who stood up to the Nazis and paid with his life. Pupils learn how Bonhoeffer’s faith inspired him to protect Jews, oppose injustice, and join a secret plot to stop Hitler. They reflect on his courage and the belief that Christians must act against evil. Activities include guided reading, comprehension questions, a timeline comic strip of his resistance, an “emotions map,” and reflection writing on standing up for justice today.
Learning aims:
Describe who Dietrich Bonhoeffer was and what he did
Explain how his Christian faith shaped his choices and resistance
Reflect on the risks and sacrifices involved in standing up to tyranny
Evaluate why Bonhoeffer is remembered as an example of faith and courage
Includes PowerPoint slides, creative tasks, multiple-choice quizzes, and structured writing activities ready to teach.
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