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| Social Studies Texan | 3 |
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| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 3 |
| Journal Articles | 3 |
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| Practitioners | 1 |
| Teachers | 1 |
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| Bill of Rights | 1 |
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Peer reviewedLaney, James D.; And Others – Social Studies Texan, 1988
Lesson plans include an application by James D. Laney for teaching the concept of economic scarcity to first graders, and an activity requiring seventh graders to report on the origins of Texas towns by Pat Hazlett. Glenda Hayes and the Center for Civic Education offer activities for U.S. history, U.S. government, and world history. (LS)
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Class Activities, Economics Education
Peer reviewedHodgdon, Marlene; And Others – Social Studies Texan, 1989
"The Elementary Economist" shows third graders how communities change. "News!" (C. Hunter) requires middle school students to produce a class newspaper based on a history topic currently being studied. "Patriotism in the 80's," (M. A. Barber), allows secondary students to examine U.S. patriotism throughout history. (GEA)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Secondary Education, Grade 3, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedZeni, Claire M. – Social Studies Texan, 1991
Uses Japanese family crests to motivate students to construct a family history. Includes background information on Japanese history and culture. Provides an outline for the student research project. Supplies a list of Japanese emblems and their symbolism. (NL)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cultural Pluralism, Elementary Education, Family History
