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Using the NAEYC position statement of Developmentally Appropriate Practices, this book presents practices for integrated curriculum in Preschool through third grade classrooms. It offers ready-made activities centering on five themes self, family, school, community, and work. Each theme is viewed through a multicultural lens, and suggestions are offered for extending each activity beyond the initial lesson. Character values are integrated into a social studies framework. Also included is a children's literature bibliography organized by character trait. Mindes and Donovan teach at DePaul University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)