Using Text Sets in the Social Studies Curriculum.

Hamman, Vincent

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ERIC Number: EJ520798

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1995

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Using Text Sets in the Social Studies Curriculum.

Hamman, Vincent

Southern Social Studies Journal, v20 n3 p34-43 Sum 1995

Maintains that children's literature and trade books can be a springboard for the social studies curriculum. Argues for the use of text sets, especially in the younger grades. Provides bibliographies of three text sets covering the topics: friendship, families, and community helpers. (MJP)

Descriptors: Bibliographies, Childrens Literature, Cognitive Style, Curriculum Enrichment, Elementary Education, Informal Assessment, Instructional Materials, Learning Strategies, Social Studies

Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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