Elementary and Middle School Social Studies: An Interdisciplinary, Multicultural Approach, Seventh Edition

Valuable features for pre- and in-service teachers include:

• Discussions clarify how the C3 Framework preparation for college, career, and civic life can be incorporated into the elementary and middle school curriculum.

• C3 Framework lessons highlight the four dimensions of social studies to illustrate the integration of inquiry skills with literacy and language arts skills.

• NCSS (2010) Standards-Linked Lesson Plans provide a springboard for putting theory into practice.

• Multifaceted activities emphasize problem-solving and decision-making skills while developing social studies concepts and guiding students to become engaged citizens.

• Creative concepts for teaching diverse learners level the educational playing field for both students and teachers.

• Myriad ideas for incorporating technology are infused throughout the text.

• Annotated listings of social studies related trade books provide enriching resources for use both inside and outside the classroom.

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