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Civic Engagement: What Can a Citizen Do? Interview with Dave Eggers and Shawn Harris
Dave Eggers and illustrator Shawn Harris joined us to discuss their book– What Can a Citizen Do? – which encourages civic engagement in young students in small ways that make a difference.
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Lesson Strategies
Anchor Charts: The Unseen Heroes of Inquiry-Based Learning
Anchor charts are a visually engaging way to support students' learning by providing clear, concise, and relevant information. They act as reference points, helping students to understand and recall concepts more effectively. Anchor charts can be used to introduce new ideas, clarify misconceptions, and summarize key points. They can be tailored to suit any subject, making them a versatile tool that can be used across the curriculum.
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Elementary Social Studies
Picture Walks and Other Pre-Reading Strategies for Early Literacy Development
Early literacy development is crucial for young learners as they begin to navigate the world of reading and writing. Engaging in pre-reading strategies helps children build essential skills, such as oral language development, comprehension, and vocabulary One highly effective pre-reading strategy is the "picture walk." In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of picture walks and other pre-reading strategies that can be employed to support early literacy development in young learners.
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Elementary Social Studies
Inquiry-Based Learning: Research
Review key research showing how inquiry-based learning boosts academic outcomes, deepens understanding, and helps close achievement gaps across student groups.
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Lesson Strategies
Engaging Discussion Strategy: Conver-Stations Protocol
Conver-stations allow students to discuss topics in constantly changing small groups. Use this format in response to complex discussion prompts or sources, including photos, videos, audio recordings, or written text.
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Elementary Social Studies
Why Inquiry-Based Social Studies Matters in K–5 Classrooms
Discover how inquiry-based learning in social studies can transform elementary classrooms. Explore the benefits of student-centered instruction and get practical strategies in our free Inquiry in Social Studies Guide.
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Elementary Social Studies
Why Inquiry Skills Matter in K–5 Social Studies Classrooms
Discover the five Inquiry Skills at the heart of inquirED’s K–5 curriculum. Learn how Creative Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Personal Agency, Communication, and Collaboration help students build essential skills and deeper understanding through inquiry-based social studies.
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Lesson Strategies
Group Roles | Inquiry Lesson Plan Strategy
In today's collaborative classrooms, the use of group roles can enhance productivity and improve the overall learning experience for students. There are two approaches to group roles: fixed and flexible. Both have their merits, depending on the lesson objectives and the needs of your students. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of each approach, provide examples of roles, and offer tips on how to implement them effectively in your classroom.
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Tell Me More: Using Diverse Books and Inquiry to Teach History
Picture books are a great way for students to investigate diverse perspectives in history and build literacy skills. Special guest Melissa Marks (Professor of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Greensburg) joined us for practical ideas about using inquiry, critical thinking, and diverse books in your classroom.
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Take a closer look at Inquiry Journeys
Inquiry Journeys (K–5 social studies curriculum) provides inquiry-based instruction for young learners through hands-on investigations and primary source analysis. Explore how elementary students build knowledge and skills by asking questions, analyzing evidence, and connecting learning to their lives and communities.
