Many scholars have argued that history education during the antebellum period in the United States supported conservative values and sought to produce close-minded citizens. History textbooks of that era, they frequently posit, cast Americans as God's chosen people and present the past in a style that reaffirms established social conventions. Ruth…

Drawing from the theoretical lenses of cultural memory and critical race theory, we examined how elementary level and middle school level social studies textbooks represent the history of racial violence directed toward African Americans and resistance to this violence in the U.S. Using a literary analysis method, we found that textbooks often…

The aim of this series is to provide some facts of British history not usually given in elementary schoolbooks, together with some broad outlines of the European history of which British and American history form a part. This volume, the first in the series, consists of simple stories of all time drawn from ancient history.

The aim of this series is to provide some facts of British history not usually given in elementary schoolbooks, together with some broad outlines of the European history of which British and American history form a part. This volume, the third in the series, deals with the period of 55 B.C.-1066 A.D.

The aim of this series is to provide some facts of British history not usually given in elementary schoolbooks, together with some broad outlines of the European history of which British and American history form a part. This volume, the fourth in the series, deals with the period of 1066-1485.

The aim of this series is to provide some facts of British history not usually given in elementary schoolbooks, together with some broad outlines of the European history of which British and American history form a part. This volume, the fifth in the series, deals with the period of 1485-1688.

The aim of this series is to provide some facts of British history not usually given in elementary schoolbooks, together with some broad outlines of the European history of which British and American history form a part. This volume, the sixth in the series, deals with the period of 1688 to the present.

Describes the evolution in techniques of teaching spelling in America from 1642 to 1900 and reviews several popular spelling texts used during this period. (DD)

Providing options in perspective helps children understand that history and the social sciences are made up of many different sources and points of view. By incorporating multiple perspectives, teachers provide rich opportunities for children to think like historians, and to use their critical thinking skills in solving the puzzle of how history…

A common criticism of American history curricula is that the content mostly relates the activities and accomplishments of Anglo males. The stories and contributions of women and people of color are frequently missing from history textbooks. While authors and publishers have worked in recent times to rectify these omissions, the voice of Native…

Argues that the McGuffey readers introduced pedagogical innovations that provided moral themes many continue to value. (FL)

Examines the treatment of Native Americans in 34 elementary social studies textbooks on the adopted textbook list in Virginia. Explains how ten basic concepts are covered, what evaluative terms are used to describe Native Americans, and how Native Americans are treated in pictures in the texts. (SB)

The "ISSS Annual Conference Proceedings" is a peer-reviewed professional publication published once a year following the annual conference. The following papers are included in the 2013 proceedings: (1) Teaching About Asia in a Social Science Education Program (Cyndi Mottola Poole and Joshua L. Kenna); (2) Teaching Students about…

Studies classic American children's readers used 100 years ago and concludes that they contain selections that are more mature, substantial, challenging, and sophisticated grade-for-grade than those in use today. The old books contain more serious nonfiction and invite critical reading as they teach values. (SLD)

Geography, wealth and density of populations, prevailing religious beliefs, and educational systems all influenced the evolution of educational tools and methods of instruction in the United States. Due to the practical nature of the early settlers, writing was taught earlier in America than in England, using quill pens and handmade rag pulp…