California Council for the Social Studies

Publications
One of the great benefits of CCSS membership is a subscription to our publications, including several online newsletters (Sunburst), an annual professional journal (Social Studies Review) and the CCSS Website, all written specifically for California social studies educators. In addition, CCSS offers several valuable Special Publications to support history-social science leaders in planning professional development, designing curriculum, and selecting instructional materials.

CCSS Sunburst

Sunburst readers know the latest about what is happening in social studies in California and in the nation. 

CCSS members enjoy free access to the Sunburst Newsletter with monthly distribution occurring in August, October, November, January, February, April, and May.

You may send your articles or requests for advertising to Sunburst Editor, Laurie Mosier at Sunburst@ccss.org

Sunburst Archives 
Latest Issue - December, 2011 
Oct/Nov, 2011 
September, 2011

Social Studies Review Journal

The Social Studies Review is the official journal of the California Council for the Social Studies. It is a nationally recognized and well-respected History-Social Science publication. The journal offers cutting edge commentary and ideas for classroom teachers, curriculum consultants, and college-university educators. 

By joining CCSS you too can receive the Social Studies Review. Login to download the latest edition of SSR.

Social Studies Review Journal Theme
The New World History: How can we bring our students' world into the classroom?

  • Hard copies available for purchase.  Click here to download the order form.

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World History-The Big Eras

NCHS has joined with the California Council for the Social Studies to publish as a package two exciting new    resources for world history educators. Available separately for $15 each, the package sells for only $25!

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Social Studies Review Journal 

  Release Date Volume No. 
     

Shifts and Trends in Social Studies Education: Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going?

  June 2011

Vol 50      
     

Issues Available for Purchase:

    
The New World History: How can we bring our students' world into the classroom?

Spring-Summber 2010

 Vol 49, No.1 

How Do Children Make a Difference in Our World?

 

 Spring-Summer 2009  Vol 48, No. 2 

How Do We Provide Access and Equity in Social Studies Education?

 

 Fall-Winter 2009  Vol 48, No. 1 

How Do We Strengthen Social Studies in Teacher Education?

 

 Spring-Summer 2008  Vol 47, No. 2

War & Conflict

 

 Fall-Winter 2007  Vol 47, No. 1

 
 
 
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