In this educational era of increasing emphasis on student performance, there is a definite shortage of high-interest resources through which teachers can effectively address the ten standards identified by the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS).

Teachers need ideas for simple, low-cost activities, which they can do with their students to allow social studies learning to occur in an interesting, engaging manner. Now there is a resource designed with hands-on learning opportunities that are aligned with the NCSS standards.

Included in this sourcebook are:

• Assessment rubrics
• Student and professional technology resources
• Descriptions of various instructional models
• An appendix containing background information to facilitate the users' understanding of certain activities
• A glossary of specialty terms and concepts used

Each activity, which addresses multiple standards, can be used for enrichment or to accommodate students with various needs. The activities feature:

• Recommendations for interesting children's literature
• Links to web sites related to each activity
• Suggestions for adaptations or extensions to effectively meet the needs of specific students

Will be of interest to pre-service and in-service elementary teachers who want to enliven their classrooms with student involvement and interest in social studies topics.