Before diving into a new unit in my middle school social studies classes, I love to get my students asking questions first. Creating curiosity is a great way to turn any unit into a study where the focus is all about inquiry. Instead of just telling students what they need to know, I show them pictures, words, and timelines to get them asking questions and making connections. What is an Inquiry Envelope? An inquiry envelope is a mailing envelope (you could also use a small
