In Investigating History classrooms, students are engaged in asking and answering authentic, interesting questions that drive toward deeper, richer understanding of the past and the present.
Investigating History is a comprehensive, authentic, inquiry-based curriculum that is fully aligned to the 2018 History/Social Science Framework — developed by DESE in collaboration with teachers, history scholars, and organizations across Massachusetts.
Investigating History is a curriculum for grades three through seven, provided at no cost to schools, with opportunities for robust teacher support and professional development for adoption and implementation. Investigating History units for grades five, six, and seven are now available, and units for grades three and four will be published in Summer 2026. Learn more at: Investigating History for Grades 3 and 4.
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Access the curricular materials for Grades 5, 6, and 7.
Grades 3 and 4 materials are currently in development and will be available in Summer 2025.
Find professional development opportunities and resources to help bring Investigating History to life.
Learn more about the instructional principles behind Investigating History and how the curriculum was developed.