This completely revised early childhood curriculum resource, emphasizing social studies as an anchor for teaching an integrated curriculum of math, science, literacy, art, and social-emotional learning, shows current educators and aspiring teachers the significance of social studies in the lives of young children.
The First Edition of Social Studies and Young Children includes: Students make the connections between the theory and learning of social studies.
She maintains the overriding idea that strategies derived from knowledge of child development are used to teach content knowledge. It is this concern that makes this volume an excellent resource for teachers and parents.
The book includes a list of key resources as well as questions and activities designed to aid readers in reflecting on the articles.This volume is part of NAEYC's best-selling Spotlight series--great resources for the college classroom and ...
Each storybook exploration includes: Social studies standards and learning objectives Ways to link the book to children's experiences Ways to foster standards-based discussion about the book Ideas for extending, observing, and assessing the ...
Social and emotional skills children need.
This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Social Studies...
Social Studies for the Preschool-primary Child
Whether you’re a classroom teacher, methods student, or curriculum coordinator, this is a book that can transform your understanding of the social studies disciplines and their power to disrupt the narratives that maintain current ...
"Children are naturally interested in their world. This book invites children to explore the world around them, learn about different cultures, consider a variety of careers, and discover the uniqueness of their very own neighborhood.
The recommendations of this book provide an opportunity to improve the quality of the care and the education that children receive, and ultimately improve outcomes for children.