The material in this K-8 curriculum guide is designed to help local Georgia school systems integrate objective knowledge and skills in the social studies curriculum. Two chapters cover scope and sequence and instructional strategies. In chapter 1, 4 main curriculum components (knowledge, values and attitudes, skills, and social participation) are discussed in terms of specific teaching goals. Charts tag the knowledge and skill components to concepts, objectives, and grade levels. This chapter also suggests 23 strategies for effective teaching and several methods for improving student evaluation. Chapter 2 contains sample teaching units. A K-4 section includes 30 activities, each coordinated with knowledge and skill objectives and specific grade levels. Topics covered include seasons, radio and television, family tree, community, stereotypes, map and globe skills, and population growth. The section for middle grades offers the following units: United States ethnic groups, China, technology, Georgia studies, and Georgia state government. For each unit, a chart summarizing concepts, objectives, skills, and activities is followed by detailed lesson plans and activities. An appendix provides a sample program evaluation checklist, textbook evaluation criteria, and a supplementary materials evaluation form. An annotated bibliography concludes the guide. (LP)