Myra Zarnowski

This book was chosen as a required text for an Elementary Social Studies Methods class I had the opportunity to teach. The book is geared to elementary teachers and students, but many of the methods could be utilized for secondary teachers/students as well.

I like that Zarnowski focuses on historical thinking, hands-on minds-on experiences, and the use of literature to strengthen student connections with history as well as their own personal experiences. I also like her focus on reading in the content area and her many examples of working through both nonfiction and historical fiction text. In addition, Zarnowski provides a variety of post-reading strategies to use with students. I would recommend this book to reading teachers, elementary teachers, and any teacher who is looking for something new to change up the social studies routine at the secondary level.… (más)