Inquiry Journeys, inquirED’s K–5 curriculum, builds deeper social studies content knowledge through inquiry. Every unit supports standards mastery while helping students ask better questions, analyze primary and secondary sources, and use evidence to support their conclusions.
INQUIRY JOURNEYS
Elementary Social Studies Curriculum
Inquiry Journeys engages students and supports teachers in inquiry-based social studies. Download the Scope and Sequence to explore.
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Inquiry Journeys: Elementary Social Studies Built on Inquiry
Inquiry-based social studies helps students ask big questions, dig into rich sources, and draw meaningful, evidence-based conclusions.
In every Inquiry Journeys unit, students read, write, discuss, and analyze primary and secondary sources — then apply their learning through hands-on investigations. These practices deepen learning, strengthen literacy, and connect social studies to students’ lives and communities.
• Builds Deep Knowledge: Students make sense of content through sustained inquiry.
• Supports Critical Thinking: Lessons focus on analysis, evidence, and reflection.
• Boosts Literacy Skills: Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are integrated into every unit.
These practices are built into every K–5 unit. Download the Scope and Sequence to see how it all comes together.
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Elementary social studies can be joyful, rigorous, and relevant. Inquiry Journeys transforms classrooms into dynamic spaces where students and teachers thrive.