Do you think that using fiction in the classroom is acceptable

luckily the bible is fact

>>2030093
>middle school students

Children at that level are still learning how to comprehend and analyze information, basically still learning how to be students. The point isn't about them actually learning the history, but providing a foundation and hopefully piquing their interest.

>>2030848
This. It depends on how old the students are. Fiction is much easier for younger students to engage in because it is written with readers of that age group in mind--it's more entertaining, it has structure, it hits certain historical notes. There aren't always effective primary sources that are accessible for younger readers. Of course, you should supplement the fiction with primary sources whenever you can. I've found that non-text primary sources (images--of clothing, paintings, the event itself, are, which are so much easier to find now than when I was a kid) are great for younger kids.

High school is where I would start requiring mostly primary sources for learning about history. Fiction can still be used, either as a starting point or supplement, but once they're about 15-16 it's easier for them to grasp the real deal.

>>2030093
No, autism in kids is on the rise and they will not be able to understand metaphors or draw parallels to history from fictional works.

>>2030848
> I hope the comprehend and analyze info better than me :^(