Social studies is often a “if we have time” subject in elementary school because it isn’t generally assessed on the state tests. However, the state tests do test informational text skills…and what better way to teach non-fiction reading strategies than through topics that are culturally relevant to the world our students live in?  Today, I am going to share with you some tips that will help you integrate social studies instruction into your reading block and everyday classroom routines.

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