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Manning, Maryann; Manning, Gary – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Introduces Earth Day. Encourages the use of reading, writing, and theme immersion to increase student participation in such activities. Provides information on several organizations which students can obtain concerning environmental awareness. Recommends reading materials that can be obtained in hard copy as well as on the Internet. (MOK)
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Internet, Learning Activities, Student Participation
Manning, Maryann; Manning, Gary – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Notes that young children's involvement with the political system begins with a strong positive attachment to the country, and the president is prominent in children's minds when thinking of government. Suggests children's books; theme immersion; writing activities, such as research reports and interviews; and mock elections to enhance students'…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Elections, Elementary Education, Government (Administrative Body)
Manning, Maryann; Manning, Gary; Long, Roberta – 1997
This resource book is intended for teachers using a thematic immersion approach to social studies instruction. Broad categories addressed include: (1) conflict; (2) settlement of the United States; (3) global awareness; and (4) cultural diversity within the United States. Chapter 1 provides a brief overview of the theme immersion process. Chapters…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Instructional Materials, Interdisciplinary Approach, Junior High Schools
Manning, Maryann; And Others – 1994
Noting that "theme immersion" is different from the traditional unit or theme approach, this book first defines theme immersion as "an in-depth study of a topic, an issue, or a question." The book then illustrates aspects of theme immersion with teacher profiles, interviews, and classroom vignettes to assist teachers in…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
Manning, Maryann; Manning, Gary – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Discusses the differences between theme units and theme immersion (TI). Unlike traditional, predetermined theme units, TI has teachers and their students jointly plan the investigation of a topic or question, using student-centered lines of inquiry and methodology. Also discusses several resources that teachers can use to learn more about TI. (MDM)
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Program Implementation
Manning, Maryann; Manning, Gary – Teaching PreK-8, 1995
Addresses two issues confronting teachers who use theme immersion in their classrooms: integration of content through theme, and inquiry-based curriculum. Discusses the challenge and justification for each issue. Notes that inquiry teaching means constantly searching for better ways to support children' s own inquiry processes. (BAC)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Curriculum Development, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education
