The purpose of this chapter is to provide teachers with examples of how to integrate children's literature and social studies instruction. Using a variety of literary genre such as historical fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and biographies with related writing and discussion activities, teachers can bring social studies to life for children. Additionally, teachers can incorporate technology with nonfiction and fiction to enhance children's comprehension and historical understandings.
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