The essentials of social studies, grades K-8 effective curriculum, instruction, and assessment - Checkley, Kathy (Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2008)
Includes bibliographical references and index
Trends in social studies education -- Exploring standards and themes in social studies -- Bringing the curriculum to life through instruction and assessment -- Students as citizens and activists -- Implications for professional development -- Afterword : looking forward
Blending research with teacher-developed strategies, this book helps teachers better understand students' cultural differences and turn educational challenges into educational opportunities