World Explorer lets you choose the right balance of history, geography, and cultures for the regions of the world that you cover in the middle grades curriculum. All this hands on activities and skills; interdisciplinary connections; integrated technology; and manageable resources to support your teaching style.
Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs is an author and internationally recognized education leader known for her work in curriculum mapping, curriculum integration,and developing 21st century approaches to teaching and learning. Jacobs is President of Curriculum Designers, Inc. and Executive Director of the Curriculum Mapping Institute. She works as an education consultant with schools and districts K–12 on issues and practices pertaining to: curriculum reform, instructional strategies to encourage critical thinking, and strategic planning.