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High school social studies classrooms are most engaging when students investigate questions, analyze evidence, and collaborate with peers. Instructional materials that support inquiry-based learning while providing strong teacher supports can help make those experiences possible.

Learning List recently reviewed Teachers' Curriculum Institute’s (TCI) History Alive! and Geography Alive! programs for middle school. These comprehensive curricula are designed to support inquiry-based social studies instruction for grades 6–8. Middle School Courses History Alive! includes four distinct courses for middle school: The Ancient World The World Through 1750 The United States Through Industrialism The United States Through Modern Times In addition, Geography Aliv

Learning List recently reviewed the quality and technology compatibility of Teachers' Curriculum Institute's (TCI's) Social Studies Alive! elementary program. We were not asked to review the material's alignment to any state social studies standards. Subscribing districts may request a review of the material to their state's standards.

Teachers’ Curriculum Institute’s (TCI) provides comprehensive and supplemental resources to support social studies instruction in grades K-6 and 8-10. Learning List has recently completed reviews of this social studies series.