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professional readings

TEACHER QUESTIONING: What kinds of questions are we asking? Based on the resource cited in "Cultures of Thinking" this resource developed by Nick helps us to reflect on whether we are using a full range of question types to promote thinking. Click here to download
Classroom Observation Guides developed from Project Zero's Cultures of Thinking. Click here to download
I WONDER QUESTIONS: This short article, "I Wonder Questions: Harnessing the Power of Inquiry" gives some practical ideas for teachers. Click here to download
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Supplementary Reading:  A summary of the book, "The Curious Classroom" by Harvey "Smokey" Daniels. This summary has been prepared by The Main Idea.  It presents many simple strategies that teachers could use to increase students' curiosity.  Why not try one or two yourself before the round! Click here to download

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Main Reading: Excerpts from "The Hungry Mind: The Origins of Curiosity in Childhood" by Susan Engel. The reading includes pages from both the first and last chapters and discusses what curiosity is, why it's important and a few strategies for schools. Click here to download

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Main Reading:  Excerpts from Chapter 8, "Interactions - Forging Relationships that Empower Learners" from Creating Cultures of Thinking. For those who have the book, this reading is pages 212 - 226 and includes a page of reflective activities. Why not try one of these before the round! Click here to download

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