Introducing Exploring Social Studies: Minnesota

With Minnesota’s Ethnic Studies standards now approved, many districts are seeking high-quality resources to ensure full alignment and equitable, inclusive instruction. That’s why Teacher Created Materials is proud to introduce Exploring Social Studies: Minnesota—a flexible, literacy-rich curriculum designed to meet the moment.

Grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned to the 2021 Minnesota Academic Standards, this program empowers educators and engages students through inquiry-based learning, primary source analysis, and dynamic, standards-based content.

Whether you're integrating social studies into your literacy block or implementing a dedicated scope and sequence, Exploring Social Studies: Minnesota provides everything you need to build knowledge, critical thinking, and civic engagement in today’s learners.

Key Features:

• 100% Standards-Aligned – Meets the 2021 Minnesota Academic Standards for Social Studies and ELA
• Ethnic Studies Integration – Addresses Minnesota’s newly adopted Ethnic Studies requirements
• Science of Reading-Aligned – Supports foundational literacy and language development
• Inquiry-Based Approach – Builds critical thinking and student voice through primary source exploration
• Flexible & Comprehensive – Use during social studies or ELA blocks with blended digital and print resources

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