12. History and Social Science
Learning Objectives
By the end of the chapter, you should be able to: Explain how history and social sciences are appropriate to plan for in early childhood education programs.
- Describe the foundations in history and social science that high quality early childhood education programs support
- Discuss how the environment supports children’s understanding and participation in history and social science
- Identify ways educators can support children’s engagement in and understanding of history and social science.
- Summarize ways to engage families in curriculum for history and social science.