History Through Verse

Students write a free-verse poem about justice, courage or their own beliefs. Option to illustrate or present.

Resistance Then & Now

Research and compare the White Rose with a contemporary youth-led resistance movement (e.g., climate strikes, Black Lives Matter).  Present findings in a slideshow or essay

Words That Changed the World

Identify and reflect on five lines from the book that had the greatest impact. Students explain why and what makes them powerful.

Create a Modern White Rose

Students write and design a modern-day pamphlet addressing a current injustice, inspired by the White Rose movement.

Let’s Talk About It!

Why do you think Hans and Sophie chose to resist the Nazi regime even though they knew the risks? What role did words play in both supporting and challenging the Nazi regime? Can words still be that powerful today? How does the format of this book (written in free...