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3 New DBQuests to Sharpen Your Student’s Primary Source Analysis

Unlock the power of inquiry-based learning with our three new DBQuests! Each DBQuest asks students a big question which acts as a guiding light for in-depth analysis of three multimedia primary resources.

The Constitution EXPLAINED Video Series

Our comprehensive, short-form video series created with the Center for Civic Education explains the text, history, and relevance of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and additional amendments in everyday language. Check out all 35 videos today!

Private i History Detectives—Now with Narration!

Wondering how our Private i History Detectives lessons work? Let our narrators show you! Each unit’s Google slide decks are narrated, providing insight into how to deliver and a sense of the lesson flow.

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    Step Two: The News and You

    Having chosen an issue for the project, students analyze two news articles about the issue. They apply the “5W + H” method in order to learn how to gather information from a news article. Using what…
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    Step Nine: Action Campaign

    Now that the research is done and students have articulated a proposed public policy solution for the chosen issue, they learn how to gather support. Students learn 12 different campaign and…
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    Step 7: Fill the Holes

    Students take a “step” back in Step 7 and identify gaps in their information: What pieces of the puzzle are still missing? What information is important to have before going on? To fill those holes,…
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    Step 9: Grab People’s Attention

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