Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1: Social Studies: Definitions and Rationale
The Excitement and Wonder of the Quest
The Meaning of Social Studies
    A Goal Structure
       A Rationale
    Social Studies Curriculum Patterns
       Widening Horizons
       The Spiral Curriculum
    An Environment for Social Studies Learning
       Increased Learner Independence
       Differences among Learners
    The Roles of the Teacher
    Summary
    Continue the Journey
    Suggested Readings
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Chapter 2: Children in a Democracy: Teaching & Learning Responsible Citizenship
  Citizenship and Civic Education
  The Citizen’s Role in a Democracy
  Becoming Active Citizens
     Engagement and Participation
     A Sense of Community
  Effective Citizenship
     Nurturing Young Citizens
     Perspective Taking
  The Meaning of Citizenship
  Summary
  Continue the Journey
  Suggested Readings
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Chapter 3: Social Studies and Diversity in America
  Diversity in the United States and in the Classroom
  The Role of Social Studies Education in Promoting Pluralism and Diversity
     Cultural Sensitivity in Social Studies Curricula
     Creating a Culturally Responsive Learning Environment
  The Teacher’s Cultural Sensitivity Â
  Preparing Children for a Diverse World
  Summary
  Continue the Journey
  Suggested Readings
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Chapter 4: Setting and Achieving Social Studies Standards
  Content and Performance Standards
  The Nature of Knowledge
     Knowledge Received
     Knowledge Discovered
     Knowledge Constructed
  The National Council for the Social Studies Standards as Guide
  What Should Children Know and Be Able to Do?
  The Social Sci
