, /PRNewswire/ — Thinking Nation, a national 501c3 committed to cultivating thoughtful citizens through the promotion of historical thinking in social studies, today announced Director of Curriculum Annie Jenson will present at the Texas Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference in Round Rock, Texas, on November 1, 2024. This year’s conference theme is “Building Social Studies Literacy”.
Ms. Jenson’s presentation, “Walking in Their Shoes: The Role of Historical Fiction in Building Empathy and Engagement in Social Studies Education”, is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. CDT. It will delve into the transformative potential of historical fiction in inspiring students to connect with a diverse human experience. Through this presentation, participants will uncover how compelling narratives and vivid characters enable students to step into the shoes of individuals from the past. Attendees will learn practical strategies for integrating historical fiction into the curriculum to spark curiosity, ignite critical thinking, and inspire meaningful connections with history.
…