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Doing History: Investigating With Children in Elementary and Middle Schools

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I have used this great book in the San Diego State and Wayne State university teacher education programs. It's a wonderful opening to an active, participatory method in teaching social studies. And it is a good reminder to practitioners about what history is, how it is constructed, and who it serves. Students at all levels enjoyed "Doing History." Those looking for ways to promote social agency along with a good grasp of the theory behind historical work will do well with this fine text.

This is a required read for one of my classes and I am really enjoying it. It has a great perspective on how we should be teaching our children history and what we actually are teaching them. Slightly small print, but a worthwhile read.

The book is being described as "offering a unique perspective on history instruction in the elementary and middle grades. Through case studies of teachers and students in diverse classrooms and from diverse backgrounds, the text shows children engaging in authentic historical investigations, often in the context of an integrated social studies curriculum." This is an accurate description and refreshing presentation of history. The title "Doing" history reflects the process presented.It is nice to teach children to consider multiple interpretations, and create evidence-based historical accounts.

This book was exactly what I expected. I'm using it for a college class, and would purchase from this seller again.