Overview

Civics education is ""on the books"" in all 50 states, yet civic illiteracy is widespread. Only one third of 12th graders are able to explain the significance of the Declaration of Independence, and fewer than half of 8th graders know the purpose of the Bill of Rights. This instructional guide explores the foundations of civics education--and the reasons for its demise--with commentary from civics education leaders and scholars across the nation. Questions for eliciting civics discussion are provided for all grade levels, along with detailed civic action and service projects and reading plans. Best practices and grant writing options are included. The author argues for a return to early 20th century civics education and details the traditional and present-day role of America's libraries in developing a civic-minded populace. School and public librarians are urged to utilize trade books and carefully evaluated websites to integrate civics within educational and youth services offerings.

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Author:   Reneé Critcher Lyons
Publisher:   McFarland & Co Inc
Imprint:   McFarland & Co Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.408kg
ISBN:  

9780786496723

ISBN 10:   078649672
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   03 November 2015
Recommended Age:   From 18 years
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents Acknowledgments Preface I. The Importance of Civics Education: Are We a Nation of Participants or Spectators? II. History and Current Status of Civics Education in Public Schools III. Anticipated 21st Century Progression IV. Traditional Role of School and Public Libraries in Civics Education V. 21st Century Role of School and Public Libraries in Civics Education VI. Collection Development for Civics Education Integration VII. Thematic Integration: Introduction and Activities and Resources, ­Pre-K to Grade 1 VIII. Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 2–4 IX. Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 5–6 X. Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 7–8 XI. Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 9–10 XII. Thematic Integration: Activities and Resources, Grades 11–12 XIII. Civics-Related Reading Promotion Plans XIV. Lesson Plans in Association with Foreign-Born American Patriots: Sixteen Volunteer Leaders in the Revolutionary War XV. Ask for Support: Civic Organizations, Resource Centers, Civic Institutes and Support Networks XVI. Closing Tips and Thoughts Appendix A: Discussion Appendix B: Civic Action Appendix C: Civic Service Bibliography Index

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Author Information

Reneé Critcher Lyons is an assistant professor in the School Library Media Program at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. She lives in Boone, North Carolina.

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