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In Wauconda D118, our Social Studies curriculum is powered by myWorld Interactive. This program shifts the focus from traditional lectures to student-led discovery, aligning perfectly with the Illinois Social Science Standards. By following the "Inquiry Arc," students don't just memorize dates and names; they become active investigators of history, geography, and civics. Our goal is to develop informed, engaged citizens who understand their place in their community, their state, and the world.
the inquiry arc
the inquiry arc
Our classrooms move away from passive listening. Teachers act as facilitators, guiding students as they ask big questions, research evidence, and develop their own conclusions about how the world works.
interactive worktexts
interactive worktexts
Students interact with their learning—literally. Instead of a traditional textbook, students use a Worktext where they write, draw, circle, and underline. This "write-in" approach supports literacy and ensures long-term retention of key concepts.
civic engagement
civic engagement
Per Illinois mandates, our students move beyond the classroom to "Take Informed Action." Students identify real community problems and propose thoughtful solutions, learning early on that their voices can spark change.
building historical thinking
building historical thinking
The myWorld program builds a bridge between literacy and social studies, ensuring students develop the critical thinking skills necessary for the 21st century:
Primary Source Analysis: Students learn to think like historians by analyzing "real-deal" evidence, including historical maps, personal letters, and vintage photographs.
Expanding Perspectives: Our curriculum follows a developmental path:
K–2: Focusing on "Me and My Community" and foundational citizenship.
3–5: Expanding into Illinois History and United States History, exploring how our past shapes our present.
Geography & Economics: Students explore the "where" and "how" of society, learning to interpret the world through maps and understanding the basic economic principles that drive our local and global communities.
Illinois myWorld Interactice Scope and Sequence.pdfK-5
K-5
Scope and Sequence
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