Women on the Homefront

Today's Objective

Standard 21: Mobilizing the economy and military during WWII.

1. Finish video "Wartowns"
2. Group project.
3. Go over homework
4. Exit slip

Women's Role in WWII

During World War II, women played a crucial role in supporting the war effort, both at home and abroad. As millions of men left to serve in the military, women stepped into jobs traditionally held by men, working in factories, shipyards, and other industries to produce weapons, aircraft, and supplies. This movement was symbolized by Rosie the Riveter, representing strong, capable women in the workforce.

Today's Assignment

Today, you will create your own WWII-style propaganda poster focused on the role of women during the war. Your poster should reflect one of the key themes of wartime propaganda:

Encouraging Women to Work in Factories (e.g., Rosie the Riveter)
Highlighting Women’s Strength & Patriotism
Promoting Women’s Roles in the Military (WAC, WAVES, WASPs, etc.)
Supporting the War Effort from Home (Victory Gardens, Rationing, etc.)

https://www.womenshistory.org/resources/general/womens-roles-during-world-war-ii

Homework

Watch the remaining two videos and complete the accompanying packet.

https://ideastream.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/mobile-shipyards-video-9126/mobile-shipyards-ken-burns-the-war/kenburnsclassroom/

https://ideastream.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ration-recycle-war-video-9131/rationing-and-recycling-ken-burns-the-war/