In today’s education landscape, the abundance of digital resources can overwhelm educators. Glenn Wiebe and Joe Schmidt’s FIELD Guide is an inspiration for social studies teachers, offering clear educational strategies grounded in their extensive classroom experience. It provides effective approaches for engaging students through inquiry-based learning, integrating primary sources, and utilizing technology effectively.

Dr. Judith Bee, Director, Teaching with Primary Sources Midwest Region

Joe and Glenn, two of the most knowledgeable educators and leaders in our field, have developed an invaluable tool that should be required reading for all early career (and even veteran) teachers with their new collaboration, The Social Studies FIELD Guide. Combining their years of experience both in and out of the classroom as teachers, leaders, and consultants with research based instructional practices, they have a created a resource that directs both new and veteran teachers along a series of “hikes” that show what quality social studies education can and should look like. Each chapter provides readers with a clear purpose and goal focusing on four main concepts: foundational evidence, inquiry, EdTech, and learning design, alongside practical F.I.E.L.D. Guide Hikes at Easy, Moderate, and Difficult levels with practical strategies and clear examples of implementation.

Kelly Bellar, Social studies educational consultant, Region 10 Education Service Center

Joe and Glenn have created an educators' guide that is a bit of a unicorn: grounded in research and expertise, yet decidedly not boring. The Social Studies FIELD Guide elevates student voice and experience, challenges teachers to take risks, and leans on creativity, humor, and brilliant anecdotes to demonstrate the power of deliberately engaging social studies.

Jessica Ellison, Executive Director, National Council for History Education

In The Social Studies FIELD Guide, Joe and Glenn have provided critical pedagogical insight, effective strategies, and practical tools supported by the right mix of research and real-world examples. The guide will be indispensable to all educators who want to make social studies meaningful and immediately impact student learning in the classroom.

Tim Hall, Ph.D., President, N.C. Council for the Social Studies

Joe Schmidt and Glenn Wiebe's must-read book is essential for every social studies teacher. With my district recently adopting a teacher clarity initiative incorporating visible learning that provides limited social studies examples, this guide fills the gap. It offers a step-by-step approach grounded in research-based educational programs, primary sources, inquiry, and EdTech, all aligned with standards. The Social Studies FIELD Guide meets teachers at their current level, provides reflective opportunities in each chapter, and paves a clear path for professional growth.

Jennifer A. Jolley, M.A., Social studies content specialist, Florida

Have you, fellow teacher, ever had a chat with a smart colleague that left you energized about instruction and with some great teaching ideas? The Social Studies FIELD Guide feels like that conversation on steroids. My two new colleagues, Joe and Glenn, have engaged me in an inspiring dialogue about teaching. I closed the book committed to becoming a better social studies teacher and armed with ideas to make that happen.

Jeff Nokes, Associate Dean in the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences at Brigham Young University

The Social Studies FIELD Guide is an invaluable resource that provides a well-rounded approach to the teaching and learning of social studies. In the text, Joe and Glenn draw from their extensive teaching experiences and share practical insights and lessons learned over the years. This text is a gem because it offers scaffolded examples for each recommended activity, catering to the diverse needs of classroom teachers of various experiences.

Virnilisa Printup, Ed.S., K-12 coordinator of social studies and President, National Social Studies Leaders Association

Joe and Glenn's FIELD Guide offers practical strategies for teachers, inspired by John Hattie's research. It helps both pre-service and current educators engage students, fostering critical thinking and curiosity. This guide equips teachers to prepare learners for success in today’s rapidly changing world.

Liz Ramos, High school history teacher, Alta Loma High School and literacy and methods adjunct, Claremont Graduate University