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Who invented school?

From Mystery Doug

Who invented school?
7 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScienceSocial Studies
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Who invented school?" -- and follows the clues. School wasn't invented by one person -- ancient civilizations started teaching groups of kids, and the idea grew over time. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Who invented school?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about school, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: school, ancient, learn.

Try it: Explain the answer to "Who invented school?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.