Using Multicultural Literature to Teach K-4 Social Studies

by Edwards, Barbara; Queen, J. Allen

• ISBN13: 9780205273799
• ISBN10: 0205273793
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon

Summary

Using Multicultural Literature to Teach K-4 Social Studies: A Thematic Unit Approach will help elementary teachers creatively integrate multicultural literature with K-4 social studies instruction. Using the NCSS themes and grade level relevancy, the authors have included an annotated bibliography of over 350 titles organized by cultural group. Study units include goals, objectives for social studies and literacy, introductory activities, sequenced lessons, and assessment activities. Stereotypes to avoid in children's literature are also discussed. A reader-friendly voice and straightforward organization make this a useful tool for any K-4 teacher.

Table of Contents

Preface	ix
PART ONE Setting the Context	1	(40)
Why should I make any changes in my teaching? It works for most of my students	3	(7)
Why should I move toward something called multicultural education? What is that, anyway?	10	(6)
Why should I teach social studies when so many children are struggling with literacy achievement?	16	(6)
Why should I emphasize multicultural literature? What's wrong with Charlotte's Web or Brown Bear, Brown Bear?	22	(7)
Why should I choose different types of multicultural literature?	29	(7)
Why should I blend social studies and multicultural literature?	36	(5)
PART TWO Organizing for Integrated Instruction	41	(80)
How do I choose good multicultural literature to use with social studies?	43	(3)
How do I match multicultural literature selections to NCSS themes?	46	(14)
What are some recommended books already matched to NCSS themes?	60	(49)
How do I plan for thematic instruction of social studies and literature?	109	(6)
How do I evaluate my unit and my students' learning?	115	(6)
PART THREE Exemplar Units	121	(136)
Work Is Important!	123	(19)
Getting Rid of Fears	142	(9)
Family Helpfulness	151	(19)
Overcoming Barriers	170	(14)
Cultural Change and Differences	184	(15)
Respecting the Earth	199	(20)
Courage and Leadership	219	(15)
Overcoming Prejudice	234	(6)
Courage and Commitment	240	(8)
People, Places, and Environments	248	(9)
Index	257