Caldecott Connections to Social Studies

By Shan Glandon

Subjects: Curricula, Social sciences, Caldecott Medal, Activity programs, Study and teaching, Study and teaching (Elementary), Elementary Education, Illustrated children's books

Description: Take advantage of the appeal and power of Caldecott award literature to extend and promote learning across the curriculum. In these two volumes the author demonstrates how to use award-winning books as springboards to science and social studies learning in the library and classroom-and to expand student awareness and appreciation of illustration techniques. For each Caldecott title there is background information on the illustrations, curriculum connections, lesson plans, and support materials for teaching. Glandon also integrates Gardner's multiple intelligences with curriculum content. With.