For Educators
Bring the Pacific War to life for your students with our educator resources: TEKS-aligned lesson plans, flexible activities, primary-source materials, and short videos designed for quick prep and strong engagement. For additional guidance, contact our Education team at education@nimitzfoundation.org.
Resources for Educators
Lesson Plans
Supplementary Resources
Activities
Book Your Field Trip
The National Museum of the Pacific War is an exciting and educational experience for students and teachers. The Education Department at the Museum will help you explore the history and lessons of the Pacific Theater.
Summer Institute for Teachers
This multi-day professional development program is designed for educators teaching 5th–12th grade. Participants will engage in expert-led sessions, hands-on activities, unique learning experiences, and in-depth museum exploration.
Traveling Trunks
Our Traveling Trunk Program provides original and reproduction WWII artifacts, accompanied with TEKs-aligned activities that are designed to be flexible for any schedule. Students gain hands-on experience with objects usually kept behind glass – an invaluable opportunity for history to come alive.
Outreach Opportunities
The National Museum of the Pacific War offers many exciting in-person and virtual outreach opportunities for educators to explore!
Videos
Browse more videosSpeaker Round Table Discussion | Nimitz Conference 2026
After a full conference day, all five guest speakers came together and shared additional comments and asked each other questions about personal and professional connections to the subject of pop culture, propaganda, and politics. From psychology to movies, the speakers at this year's conference brought compelling views on the use of propaganda, before, during and after the Pacific War. Watch this engaging conversation and great inciteful questions from the audience.
View VideoPraise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition | Janet Davis
This talk explores the critical role that popular culture played in building U.S. public morale in support of the war effort during World War II. It analyzes the historical context of Isolationism that preceded U.S. entry into World War II, and the ways in which the Office of War Information and the Office of Strategic Services collaborated with culture industry leaders in film, music, radio, and news media to build and sustain popular consensus in support of the nation’s successful global fight against the Axis Powers.
View VideoHonoring A Hero: Sergeant John Basilone | Guest Dave Holland
Historian and Author Dave Holland will highlight Medal of Honor Marine Sergeant John Basilone’s heroic role in the the Guadalcanal campaign and the fighting around Henderson Field. This webcast features a formal presentation to the museum of three military relics found in Guadalcanal connected to Sergeant Basilone. Museum Collections and Exhibits Director, Nicole Bagley takes possession of these artifacts and will add them to the museum collection.
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Explore our Virtual Learning Programs
The National Museum of the Pacific War’s Virtual Learning Programs bring the museum to your classroom through engaging virtual experiences. This immersive program brings history to life through engaging tours, artifacts, primary sources, and dynamic scene changes that captivate students’ attention.