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Peer reviewedNijim, Basheer; Nijim, Germana – Journal of Geography, 1992
Presents a series of five short stories for children that incorporate geographic concepts. Includes the concepts of region, boundaries, and grids. Suggests that the stories will help children master challenging concepts and vocabulary that in turn will increase their knowledge and self-esteem. (DK)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
Peer reviewedMarra, Danielle A. – Journal of Geography, 1996
Reviews the six essential elements of the National Standards for Geography and demonstrates how children's books can teach them. Each element and a particular standard are applied to a specific picture book. Briefly reviews the standards and what knowledge they incorporate. (MJP)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Geography
Peer reviewedMarchetti, Bethany – Journal of Geography, 1993
Presents an interdisciplinary approach combining geography and children's literature to teach about Japanese culture. Describes classroom activities that link the Five Fundamental Themes of Geography to literature and art. Includes 11 figures, 9 summaries of children's books about Japan, and a 15-item annotated bibliography. (CFR)
Descriptors: Art Education, Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Cultural Influences
