Equip teachers with the tools they need to become social studies experts with easy-to-use lesson plans. Exploring Social Studies uses an integrated ELA approach to specifically address state content standards for history-social science, English language arts, and English language development.

• Save teachers time with fact-checked, historically accurate content that meets Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Social Studies
• Lesson plans feature ideas to extend citizenship, encourage active public service among students, and develops civic and democratic values
• Differentiation tips are embedded within each lesson to support English language learners

Breathe life into the pages of history with firsthand accounts of historical events! Students will learn history hands-on by diving deeper into the content instead of through rote memorization.

• Inquiry-based approach to social studies instruction allows students to deeply analyze primary sources in a variety of formats
• Students will build their own understanding of historical events by evaluating multiple perspectives
• Support and encourage authentic discourse in the classroom

The student handbook provides opportunities for meaningful application of literacy skills and social studies concepts through engaging activities.

Facilitate implementation with a standards alignment, a scope and sequence, and pacing plans.

Digital resources support small- and whole-group instruction with an emphasis on interactive student engagement and integrated technology. Instruction is enhanced and supported with audio files of each book that model fluent reading, PDF eBooks, student reproducibles, and additional digital resources.