Literacy Practices and Supports Guide
See how literacy comes to life in an Inquiry Journeys social studies classroom.
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Explore examples of literacy-rich practices in social studies
When literacy practices are integrated into social studies instruction, students actively engage with diverse sources, analyze historical events, and explore civics, geography, and economics while building critical reading, writing, and communication skills. Download our guide to explore how social studies curriculum can develop a range of key literacy skills:
- Reading comprehension: close reading, analyzing diverse sources, and making inferences
- Writing composition: constructing evidence-based arguments and revising for purpose and audience
- Speaking and listening: engaging in purposeful discussions and presenting research-backed ideas
- Vocabulary development: building academic and content-specific language
