The group’s understanding of the text was centered around a narrative set in 1944, towards the end of World War II. The protagonist, originating from Southern Slovakia, embarks on a journey to Germany. The story emphasizes the impact of war on individuals, particularly highlighting the initial perception of war as a game by young participants and the subsequent harsh reality they faced.

The primary target group for the group’s educational program is 9th-grade students. This choice is based on the relevance of the Second World War topic in the school curriculum for this grade. Additionally, the group identified university students as a second target group, aiming to take the content to a more theoretical level and explore deeper perspectives.

For 9th-grade students, the group intends to convey the message that war is a tangible and real experience, dispelling the notion that it is a distant past with no impact on current lives. They aim to differentiate between video games and real-life war experiences, emphasizing the harsh realities faced by individuals. Learning objectives include focusing on tangible ways of personal involvement, introducing critical thinking, and incorporating practical aspects of the story into the educational program. Methods involve activities like family tree exercises, interviews with family members, and creative exercises such as drawing and writing letters.

For university students, the group plans to explore the theoretical aspects of the content. They aim to highlight that the stories shared are often success stories, as those who didn’t survive cannot tell their tales. The program aims to delve into the relationship between personal stories and historical narratives, questioning binary perspectives and incorporating a role-playing method where students assume characters and make decisions.

The group underscored the responsibility of the teacher in designing the text for educational use, deciding on the portions to be covered, and providing concrete tasks for guidance. They also stress the importance of questioning binary perspectives and recognizing the complexity of historical narratives. The use of role-play, surprising for university students, is highlighted as a method to deepen understanding.