The Teaching Of Citizenship (1909)

By Edwin Holt Hughes

Book Overview

""The Teaching of Citizenship"" is a book written by Edwin Holt Hughes and originally published in 1909. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to teach citizenship to young people, with a particular focus on the United States. Hughes argues that citizenship education is crucial for the health of a democracy, and that it is the responsibility of teachers to instill in their students a sense of civic duty and responsibility. The book covers a wide range of topics related to citizenship education, including the history of citizenship in the United States, the role of government, the importance of voting, and the responsibilities of citizens.The book is divided into three main sections. The first section provides an overview of the history of citizenship in the United States, including the development of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The second section focuses on the role of government and the importance of civic engagement, including the duties and responsibilities of citizens. The final section provides practical advice on how to teach citizenship in the classroom, including lesson plans and activities.Overall, ""The Teaching of Citizenship"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in promoting civic education and engagement in young people. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history and importance of citizenship in the United States, as well as practical advice on how to teach these concepts in the classroom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437301142
• ISBN13: 9781437301144
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"