Social studies content for elementary and middle school teachers (2nd ed.)

Are you feeling a little rusty with your social studies content knowledge?

This brief primer, Social Studies Content for Elementary and Middle School Teachers, Second Edition, is just what you need.

It provides a helpful overview of both U.S. and world history, in addition to basic knowledge in geography, economics, and civics. The wide history coverage will allow you to see historical events in overall context, provides an overview for planning, and will help you answer student questions confidently.

Geography, economics, and civics concepts are clearly explained, so the book will be helpful when used in writing lesson plans.

Check out the resources lists that include relevant Websites, student literature, . major subject area organizations, museums, and U.S. government sites. Finally, an extensive index allows you to look up subjects and answers at a glance.