Critical Literacy for Young Citizens: First Graders Investigate the First Thanksgiving |
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Authors: | Jennifer Hauver James Michelle McVay |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Teaching, Leadership & Curriculum Studies, Kent State University, 404 White Hall, Kent, OH 44242, USA;(2) Rippowam Cisqua School, 325 W. Patent Rd., Mt. Kisco, NY 10506, USA |
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Abstract: | In this piece, we share a story about the power of historical investigation as a means of developing critical literacy in
young children. Drawing on the work of VanSledright (Social Educ 68:230, 2004), we outline four aspects of historical thinking
as they relate to the development of critically minded citizens. We then turn to a discussion of a first-grade lesson on the
First Thanksgiving Feast, reflect on the meanings children took from this experience, and explore possible implications and
extensions. |
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Keywords: | Critical literacy Early childhood History Inquiry Citizenship Elementary |
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