Instructional Materials for Grades 6-12 Social Studies

Birmingham Public Schools is seeking high-quality instructional materials to support a comprehensive Social Studies curriculum for grades 6-12. The selected materials will serve as a key component of the district's ongoing effort to ensure equitable, high-quality instruction that empowers all students to think critically, act ethically, and engage meaningfully with their communities and the world. The curriculum should reflect the Michigan 6-12 Social Studies Standards and align with the C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards, emphasizing inquiry-based learning, disciplinary literacy, and authentic civic engagement. Key features of the instructional materials include: • Alignment with the Michigan 6-12 Social Studies Standards and the C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards • Emphasis on inquiry-based learning, disciplinary literacy, and authentic civic engagement • Support for teachers in guiding students through the four dimensions of the C3 Framework • Materials should be suitable for grades 6-12 and support a comprehensive Social Studies curriculum