inquiry

Graphic Organizers that Support Inquiry


These graphic organizers can be used with any theme or inquiry project. They are a means of recording information to help children consolidate their thinking and learning. Graphic organizers should be introduced to the whole group and completed together over a period of time.

This short article from Teaching Young Children (NAEYC), VOL. 5 NO.5 explains the benefits of using Graphic Organizers with Preschoolers, and has samples and suggestions for four common types.  

Reminder, these writing moments are a good opportunity to engage in shared or interactive writing.