Remembrance

This site provides an in-depth look at the Cambodian Genocide.  It includes maps, photographs, first-person accounts, etc.

The accounts of nine Cambodian survivors in the United States. (ISBN: 0-8047-2139-4)

The memoir of Haing Ngor,  Academy-Award winning actor from "The Killing Fields" (1984).  ISBN 13: 9780025893306

The memoir of Mac and Simone Leng who survived the genocide and later moved to Colorado.  ISBN - 10

Resource Guide - overview of the causes, events and the responses to the genocide. Also provides educators with a list of resources they can use in their classroom.

Samsara documents the struggle of the Cambodian people to rebuild a shattered society in a climate of war and with limited resources. Ancient prophecy Buddhist teachings, and folklore provide a context for understanding the Cambodian tragedy, bringing a humanistic perspective to a country in deep political turmoil.

Large collection of images taken both at the time of the genocide as well as after. Use with caution as some images are graphic and may not be appropriate to use in classrooms.

General timeline of events. This is a good resource to introduce the topic and illustrate causes and effects of the genocide.

From a childhood survivor of the Cambodian genocide under the regime of Pol Pot, this is a riveting narrative of war crimes and desperate actions, the unnerving strength of a small girl and her family, and their triumph of spirit.  ISBN: 9780060856267

This lesson has two purposes. It teaches students about one young man's experience in Cambodia during the genocide and helps them develop awareness of the different life experiences of their classmates. I would show the video clip first and then have the students read the story and respond to the discussion questions