Teaching Civics in the Library
An Instructional and Historical Guide for School and Public Librarians
Published on 3. November 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-0-7864-9672-3 (ISBN)
Description
Civics education is "on the books" in all 50 states, yet civic illiteracy is widespread. Only one third of 12th graders are able to explain the significance of the Declaration of Independence, and fewer than half of 8th graders know the purpose of the Bill of Rights. This instructional guide explores the foundations of civics education--and the reasons for its demise--with commentary from civics education leaders and scholars across the nation.
Questions for eliciting civics discussion are provided for all grade levels, along with detailed civic action and service projects and reading plans. Best practices and grant writing options are included. The author argues for a return to early 20th century civics education and details the traditional and present-day role of America's libraries in developing a civic-minded populace. School and public librarians are urged to utilize trade books and carefully evaluated websites to integrate civics within educational and youth services offerings.
Questions for eliciting civics discussion are provided for all grade levels, along with detailed civic action and service projects and reading plans. Best practices and grant writing options are included. The author argues for a return to early 20th century civics education and details the traditional and present-day role of America's libraries in developing a civic-minded populace. School and public librarians are urged to utilize trade books and carefully evaluated websites to integrate civics within educational and youth services offerings.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Jefferson, NC
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Interest Age: From 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
50 photos & illustrations, appendices, bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 178 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
431 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7864-9672-3 (9780786496723)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Renee Critcher Lyons is an assistant professor in the School Library Media Program at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. She lives in Boone, North Carolina.
Content
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Preface
I.?The Importance of Civics Education: Are We a Nation of Participants or Spectators?
II.?History and Current Status of Civics Education in Public Schools
III.?Anticipated 21st Century Progression
IV.?Traditional Role of School and Public Libraries in Civics Education
V.?21st Century Role of School and Public Libraries in Civics Education
VI.?Collection Development for Civics Education Integration
VII.?Thematic Integration: Introduction and Activities and Resources, -Pre-K to Grade 1
VIII.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 2-4
IX.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 5-6
X.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 7-8
XI.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 9-10
XII.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 11-12
XIII.?Civics-Related Reading Promotion Plans
XIV.?Lesson Plans in Association with Foreign-Born American Patriots: Sixteen Volunteer Leaders in the Revolutionary War
XV.?Ask for Support: Civic Organizations, Resource Centers, Civic Institutes and Support Networks
XVI.?Closing Tips and Thoughts
Appendix A: Discussion
Appendix B: Civic Action
Appendix C: Civic Service
Bibliography
Index
Acknowledgments
Preface
I.?The Importance of Civics Education: Are We a Nation of Participants or Spectators?
II.?History and Current Status of Civics Education in Public Schools
III.?Anticipated 21st Century Progression
IV.?Traditional Role of School and Public Libraries in Civics Education
V.?21st Century Role of School and Public Libraries in Civics Education
VI.?Collection Development for Civics Education Integration
VII.?Thematic Integration: Introduction and Activities and Resources, -Pre-K to Grade 1
VIII.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 2-4
IX.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 5-6
X.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 7-8
XI.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 9-10
XII.?Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 11-12
XIII.?Civics-Related Reading Promotion Plans
XIV.?Lesson Plans in Association with Foreign-Born American Patriots: Sixteen Volunteer Leaders in the Revolutionary War
XV.?Ask for Support: Civic Organizations, Resource Centers, Civic Institutes and Support Networks
XVI.?Closing Tips and Thoughts
Appendix A: Discussion
Appendix B: Civic Action
Appendix C: Civic Service
Bibliography
Index