2. Text books are standardized collection of the
subject matter that has to be taught to the
students. There are three types of text
books;
Reference books
Main text books
Supplementary books
3. Text books have an importance in the field of
education
To use the text book as the instrument.
The text books must regarded as strictly
subordinate and supplementary to the
teacher lesson.
4. The value of a good text book of social
science is considered as the following types;
1) Utility of the teacher
2) Utility to the student
3) Utility to the maintain uniform standards.
5. It presents the subject matter strictly in
accordance with the latest syllabus.
It is written by experienced teachers.
It should contain well graded problems for
revision
6. a good text book written round topics
,themes, movements or problems are
essential. most of the education was
imparted orally and verbally. Text books
should serve as tools in the hands of the
teachers.