School Books Get Poor Marks: An Analysis of Children's Materials about Central America.

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ERIC Number: EJ266578

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1982

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School Books Get Poor Marks: An Analysis of Children's Materials about Central America.

Interracial Books for Children Bulletin, v13 n2-3 p3-12 1982

In a review of 71 geography, history, and social studies books, a panel of individuals knowledgeable about Central America found omissions and stereotypic views that prevent students from understanding current events in that region. (Author/GC)

Descriptors: Books, Childrens Literature, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Stereotypes, Foreign Countries, International Relations, Latin American Culture, Latin American History, Textbook Bias, Textbook Content

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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