A Case Study on Integrating History and Reading Instruction through Literature.

Smith, John A.; And Others

Notes FAQ Contact Us

Back to results

Peer reviewed

ERIC Number: EJ463238

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

Pages: N/A

Abstractor: N/A

ISBN: N/A

ISSN: ISSN-0037-7724

EISSN: N/A

A Case Study on Integrating History and Reading Instruction through Literature.

Smith, John A.; And Others

Social Education, v56 n7 p370-75 Nov-Dec 1992

Suggests that using historical novels in a unified studies approach to social studies and reading instruction may enhance students' learning in both content areas. Describes a historical fiction project utilizing three novels pertaining to United States history. Concludes that the whole class instruction unified each class through participation in discussions and projects. (DK)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Elementary Secondary Education, History Instruction, Integrated Activities, Interdisciplinary Approach, Literature, Reading Assignments, Supplementary Reading Materials, Unified Studies Curriculum

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

Education Level: N/A

Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

Sponsor: N/A

Authoring Institution: N/A

Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A