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—Jere Brophy and Janet AllemanHuman activities relating to cultural universals like food, clothing, and shelter dominate everyday living. The authors researched children’s knowledge of these topics to assist educators teaching elementary-level social studies.458

—Wilma S. LongstreetsThose trying to fit public education, despite its complexities, into the simplicity of the business model may only be causing further harm.453

—Guichun Zong, Jesus Garcia, and Angene WilsonThe authors counter criticisms of multicultural education by describing how its pedagogical approaches promote a thoughtful patriotism.450

—Diane HartSince 1987, millions of students have participated in this national civics program. Surveys show that alumni are more likely than are their peers to vote, pay attention to public affairs, or participate in politics.447

—Samuel TottenThe author suggests ways to close lessons on the Holocaust that will stimulate student thought on the role of citizens in a democracy.441

—Joan Brodsky SchurStudents journey to the fifteenth century Islamic world with this simulation activity to learn how trade and travel fostered intellectual achievement, as well as improvements in material life.436

—C. Frederick RisingerTeaching about Civics and Citizenship with the InternetThis practiced web surfer describes a range of sites every social studies teacher must bookmark.428

An information section prepared by the staff of Social EducationThe special section provides background information on a country and regime that looms large in the news. 425