Social Studies for Elementary School Children: Developing Young Citizens

By Peter H. Martorella

This updated methods book provides future elementary teachers with the background they need to assist their prospective readers with becoming reflective, competent, and concerned citizens. KEY TOPICS: Based on constructivist theory, this book provides comprehensive coverage of teaching strategies which engage learners and foster the personal responsibility upon which a democratic society is built. Information from the Handbook of Research on Teaching and Learning Social Studies and current research related to the instruction of social studies is incorporated into the book.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0023767928
• ISBN13: 9780023767920
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Macmillan Coll Div
• Length: 405 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 0.5" x 7.5"