Descriptor
Source
| Social Studies and the Young… | 3 |
Publication Type
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 3 |
| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Guides - Classroom - Learner | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
| Practitioners | 2 |
| Teachers | 2 |
| Students | 1 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedBurke, Robert J.; Hill, Deborah M. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1997
Recommends the study of architecture as an early introduction to the interdisciplinary study of history, geography, economics, sociology, and art. Maintains that this study can increase interest in local history and citizenship. Profiles pilot programs that have incorporated architecture into social studies instruction. (MJP)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Architecture, Buildings, Built Environment
Peer reviewedDaniel, Lois W. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1989
Relates several art activities that can be used as learning experiences to enhance the goals of the social studies and the arts. Stresses that art and architecture can be used to enrich the social studies program as they serve as evidence of the subject being discussed. Directions for two activities are included. (LS)
Descriptors: Architecture, Art Activities, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques
Peer reviewedEvans, Sam; And Others – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1993
Presents "C.U.B.E.: Creating Understanding of the Built Environment," a unit focusing on a community's built environment. Discusses the interdisciplinary goals of the unit. Provides four samples of activities from within the unit. (CFR)
Descriptors: Architecture, Built Environment, Community Characteristics, Elementary Education
