The author believes that U.S. history can serve an aesthetic function, contribute to the positive self-image of young Americans by presenting genuine accomplishments of their forepersons, and help students participate more rationally in the attempted resolution of social-political conflicts. (Author/RM)

Criticizes the prevalence of trivial and noninformative content in two primary grade social studies expanding environment textbook series. Extends earlier study, adding three additional analytical categories to its framework. To teach citizenship effectively, recommends (1) eliminating redundant, superfluous, and text-inappropriate content; (2)…