Learn about our approach.

The first step is to understand why children must build a strong foundation of knowledge. Learn what knowledge-based schooling is and how it can be accomplished using resources like the Core Knowledge Sequence and Core Knowledge Curriculum Series.

Based on the experience of the most successful Core Knowledge schools, here are some additional steps to consider when starting a Core Knowledge program.

Build buy-in.

Visit a Core Knowledge School.

The best way to understand what makes Core Knowledge different—and so important—is to see it in action. Visit one of our schools to see the difference for yourself.
Read our publications.

Our founder, E. D. Hirsch, Jr., has written many influential books, articles, and speeches that describe the power of the Core Knowledge approach.
Consider how you will build buy-in at your school or district.

Explore our resources.

We offer many curricular resources—you can use them in their entirety or as a supplement to your existing program.

 

Consider starting with CKLA and our Curriculum Series.

Consider starting with Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA), a comprehensive program for English Language Arts instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for preschool through grade eight.

 

For additional subject areas, explore our Core Knowledge Curriculum Series for student books and teacher guides in history and geography, science, and math. Many of these materials are available in free-for-download and purchasable formats, offering flexibility to match your needs.

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Find additional Core Knowledge materials.

Many Core Knowledge schools also use our array of poetry anthologies, Core Classics abridged novels, Voices in History biography series, and other publications to enrich their classroom experiences. Browse our store for additional materials to strengthen your students’ background knowledge.

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Consider alignment to your standards.

Review standard alignments to our Curriculum Series.

If you start with CKLA and the Core Knowledge Curriculum Series, review each unit introduction for alignment charts to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Core Knowledge Science units include alignments to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

Finally, assess your progress.

  • Do you (or your staff) have the necessary resources to implement Core Knowledge? Knowledge-rich teaching and learning depend on having the right tools for the job.

 

  • Would you (or your staff) benefit from professional learning? We provide online offerings, school-based workshops, and leadership training
    that can help.

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Before submitting the form below, please ensure your question, comment, or request is sent to the right person.

  • If you have questions about the Core Knowledge bookstore, placing an order, the status of an order, or product availability, please use the Customer Support form.
  • If you have questions about purchasing Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) PreK-5th grade materials, please contact Amplify, which handles all sales for those materials.
  • For news and updates about new publications, please sign up for email updates.
  • If you have questions about Louisiana State products, please contact LABayouBridges@coreknowledge.org.
  • For questions about curriculum and implementation, please contact info@coreknowledge.org.

For all other questions or comments, please visit our contact page.

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We use tools like Facebook Groups and Pinterest Boards to give teachers and parents a place to share their ideas and resources, ask questions, learn from each other, and connect with other schools teaching Core Knowledge.

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The Core Knowledge Community provides opportunities for educators to share resources and ideas, connect with Core Knowledge schools, and learn from each other.

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If you are interested in locating schools and districts that use Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA), Core Knowledge History and Geography (CKHG), or Core Knowledge Science (CKSci), see how to join our network.

 

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See Core Knowledge in Action

Watch how teachers and students from Lake Havasu Unified School District in Arizona
build a strong foundation of shared knowledge.

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