Inquiry Projects

We have reached the point in our unit on the Northeast and Southeast Regions to begin digging deeper into topics of interest. Students have selected an area of interest from the following categories:

1. Colonization
2. The American Revolution
3. Slavery
4. The Civil War

Students then selected a "thick question" that they wanted to answer. A "thick question" is one that is not easily answered using a single source. "Thick questions" require deeper research using multiple resources and reading strategies. Answers often are not specifically laid out, instead students need to infer and draw conclusions when reading.

This is an exciting time! Students are working with topics of high interest. Ask your child about their research. You will be surprised with the information they will be able to share with you.

Students will "go public" with their projects at Mitchell's Inquiry Fair. Stay tuned for more information about the upcoming inquiry fair.