Elementary social studies for [STATE]
Fueled by inquiry-based investigation
Inquiry Journeys, inquirED's K-5 social studies curriculum, meets the demands of [STATE STANDARDS], engages students in inquiry-based learning, strengthens literacy skills, and supports teachers every step of the way.
[VENDOR STATUS] in [STATE] for K–5 social studies
inquirED is proud to be recognized as an approved provider of elementary social studies instructional materials in [STATE] by [STATE PROCESS]. Inquiry Journeys, has been reviewed through official state adoption processes and selected based on its alignment to academic standards, instructional quality, and support for educators.
Built for [STATE] classrooms. Backed by research and designed for impact.
Inquiry Journeys was designed with [STATE] K-5 classrooms in mind — aligning to your instructional priorities while supporting the kind of deep, transferable learning that prepares students for the future.
- Aligns with Vermont Global Citizenship (Social Studies) Standards and district priorities with clearly mapped content, assessments, and instructional supports.
- Integrates inquiry and literacy to build background knowledge, boost engagement, and improve outcomes across content areas.
- Supports learners with flexible materials, inclusive primary and secondary sources, and built-in scaffolds.
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Interested in a Free Pilot?
Districts can pilot Inquiry Journeys for free and get professional learning anytime, before or during the adoption process. Connect with us to discuss your goals, review adoption requirements, and create a tailored support plan for your district.
Meet the demands of [STATE] standards
Standards are the starting point of high quality instructional materials. And, social studies is no exception. We make sure it’s easy to find standards and check for alignment in every unit, module and lesson.
Learn more about standards coverage with [STATE] curriculum expert.
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Download the scope and sequence
See for yourself how Inquiry Journeys units are structured around the inquiry process. Each unit is framed with a compelling question, and broken down into investigation modules, each with their own essential question. Check out our Scope and Sequence to see what content is covered in grades K-5.
Inquiry-based learning that sparks curiosity
Build knowledge and civic understanding from the earliest grades. inquirED’s Inquiry Journeys is an elementary social studies curriculum that helps students make sense of history, geography, civics, and economics—while developing literacy, reasoning, and communication skills.
It includes structured lessons, age-appropriate sources, and projects that connect to students’ communities and lived experiences.
Instructional Supports and Features:
- 100+ inquiry-based, standards-aligned lessons
- Multimodal assessments and literacy skill-building
- Primary and secondary sources from diverse perspectives
- Ready-to-use slide decks, handouts, and assessments
Designed for Elementary Classrooms:
- The curriculum is organized across K–5 in thematic units that encourage depth and continuity
- Lessons include opportunities for investigation, reflection, and connection—designed to support how young learners think and grow over time
Try an interactive demo
Ready to see how all the pieces of the curriculum fit together? From sources offered in multiple modes, to print and digital components, to student-facing materials, to user-friendly teacher lesson plans, sometimes you just have to see it for yourself!
Inquiry in Action in [STATE]
Ready to see districts in your state that are using Inquiry Journeys? Explore webinars, district stories, and examples of student work.
Drive district strategic goals with social studies
Inquiry Journeys doesn’t just meet social studies standards—it advances student engagement, sparks innovation in instruction, and promotes active citizenship.
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Aligned and tied to big [STATE] initiatives
Our top three tools leaders and teachers use to solve common barriers to adopting a high quality social studies curriculum.
Boost literacy skills and background knowledge
Social studies and literacy are a great pairing. Learn how social studies reinforces literacy skills and deepens background knowledge.
Boost literacy skills and background knowledge
Social studies and literacy are a great pairing. Learn how social studies reinforces literacy skills and deepens background knowledge.
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