Free Pilot for K-5 Social Studies
Why Pilot Inquiry Journeys?
- Piloting Inquiry Journeys provides teachers and students a chance to practice inquiry!
- Pilots also help you meet adoption process requirements and deepen your review to ensure the best curriculum fit for your needs.
- Pilots can help boost confidence and buy-in when selecting a social studies curriculum.
“I was able to see both sides of the spectrum when we piloted Inquiry Journeys: it sparks inquiry for the students AND teachers. We’re passionate about teaching social studies again.”
–5TH GRADE TEACHER, NJ
What’s included?
- Unlock access to one full Inquiry Unit per grade.
- Dive into lesson plans, student materials, primary and secondary sources, slide decks, assessments, and more.
- Receive implementation coaching for district leaders and professional learning for teachers.
- And there’s no limit on the numberof participating teachers!
Learn More About a Free Pilot of Inquiry Journeys
Get the support you need, every step of the way
Before your pilot
- Collaborative pilot planning session with district leaders
- Engaging orientation session led by our expert team
During your pilot
- Two interactive professional learning sessions for teachers, guided by our experienced team
- Strategic thought partnership between inquirED and district leaders
- Unlimited access to online support through The Inquiry Hub
After your pilot
- Thorough data analysis using surveys, teacher experiences, and student work samples to identify trends and opportunities
- Comprehensive support in preparation for board meetings, stakeholder events, and community reviews
Experience a Lesson
Join us for a live, interactive virtual session where you will step into the role of a student and experience what inquiry-based learning looks and feels like in action.
This session is designed to give school and district leaders a firsthand look at how inquiry-based instruction engages students, builds critical thinking, and deepens learning. No preparation is needed. Come ready to participate as a student and explore the power of inquiry.
Space is limited to keep the session authentic and engaging. Register to reserve your spot.
Better Together: A First Look at Integrated ELA and Social Studies
For decades, students have learned them in isolation; Inkwell doesn't just bring them together - it fully integrates them. In this early preview of our in-development program, you’ll see how weaving ELA and social studies together nurtures stronger readers, deeper thinkers, and richer learning experiences. Explore the vision, preview early materials, and join the conversation as we build Inkwell with pioneering districts.
Inquiry Journeys Product Webinars
Join inquirED this fall for Exploring Inquiry Journeys, a webinar series for school and district leaders. Each session offers practical insights and strategies from our curriculum to engage students and support teachers in inquiry-based elementary social studies.
The Next Chapter of Social Studies
Across the country, educators are rethinking what social studies can look like. Join the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and inquirED for this three-part webinar series to explore how big ideas become daily instruction through strong materials, practical strategies, and classroom-ready practices.
About inquirED
inquirED supports teachers with high-quality instructional materials that make joyful, rigorous, and transferable learning possible for every student. Our social studies curricula, Inquiry Journeys (K-5) and Middle School World History, are used across the country to help students build deep content knowledge and develop inquiry skills essential for a thriving democracy.
