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ERIC Number: EJ586765
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-1056-0300
Giving Thanks: Observing Thanksgiving, Kwanzaa, and Day of the Dead.
Dever, Martha T.; Barta, James J.
Social Studies and the Young Learner, v10 n2 p6-9 Nov-Dec 1997
Describes a primary-grade curriculum unit organized around the theme of "giving thanks" and encompassing the holidays of Thanksgiving, Kwanzaa, and Day of the Dead. Provides historical background and cultural context for each holiday, engagement activities, investigation activities, sharing activities, and a short list of related children's literature. (DSK)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Childrens Literature, Class Activities, History, History Instruction, Holidays, Learning Activities, Multicultural Education, Primary Education, Social Studies, Units of Study
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Kwanzaa; Thanksgiving