Charles F. WilliamsThe Constitution gives Congress—not the president—the power to declare war, but Congress has used that power only five times. Advancing Technology in Social Studies134

An Information Section Prepared by the Staff of Social EducationThis special section provides resources and teaching tips for addressing the war and helping students deal with unfolding events.128Looking At The Law

This year’s award winners for outstanding nonfiction that highlights ethnic minorities and race relations include books on Cesar Chavez, on life in a World War II Japanese relocation camp, and on the 1960s killing of three civil rights activists.Pull Out Section

Iftikhar AhmadFor decades, Shirin Ebadi has fought for human rights and democracy in Iran. Last year, she became the eleventh woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.266

Alexa L. SandmannLiterature that honors and advocates social justice can inspire students to work for a more just society.260

Lee Ann PotterDuring the Civil War, poet Walt Whitman was eager to work for the government. Though federal jobs weren’t easy to come by, a letter of recommendation from Ralph Waldo Emerson was able to push open government doors. 254

246Teaching With Documents

Athena LissThe author examines Zimmerman’s argument that the greater racial and ethnic diversity in textbooks has not changed their basic approach to America’s national story.

James J. Sheehan and Mark A. PreviteBy looking at past themes of NCSS presidential addresses, the authors hope to shed light on the contemporary struggles of social studies teachers.238Book Review

Philip MolebashThe article outlines a practical technique for involving students in doing history rather than simply learning about history.230Research and Practice