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Draze, Dianne; Conroy, Sonsie, Ed. – 1988
This booklet presents a guide for primary students studying a community. Students are to become aware of the many aspects of their community which make it unique. A variety of educational experiences are included with ideas for group lessons, group projects, individual projects, learning centers, and worksheets. All activities are open-ended so…
Descriptors: Community, Community Attitudes, Community Characteristics, Community Problems

Lerner, Debbie – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1996
Discusses a cultural environment education curriculum that helps children appreciate their city, its buildings, and its history. The curriculum includes walking field trips, service projects, and collaborative efforts with other schools. Includes a table with educational objectives for the curriculum and the corresponding evaluation. (MJP)
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Role, Elementary Education, Learning Activities
Diem, Richard A. – 1979
Interesting and stimulating instruction in high school social studies may be achieved by using the community and its institutions as a laboratory for learning and by creating an on-going community resource inservice program. Effective ways to incorporate community resources in the curriculum include creating special sections on developing writing…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Resources, Community Role, Community Study