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A Cambodian Odyssey

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

Univ. of Minnesota: Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies

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: Death and Rebirth of Cambodia

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.

U.S. Involvement in the Cambodian War and Genocide

Provides information on the role of the U.S. during and after the Cambodian genocide. Excellent resource to use in a U.S. History or Government class.

Cambodian Genocide Photograph Collection

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.

Chronology of Cambodian Events Since 1950

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

First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers

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

Facing History Lesson Plan: Everyone Has a Story

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

PBS: Perspectives From the Perpetrators of Genocide in Cambodia

This PBS lesson is designed for students who already have some background knowledge regarding the genocide. It provides a thorough list of objectives, instructions, and resources for educators to use in their classrooms.

USHMM: Cambodia 1975-1979

Great place for educators to start! USHMM section regarding the Cambodian genocide. It provides background information as well as further information about the violence and aftermath of the genocide.

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