Inquiry Strategies for the Journey North Teacher Generating Questions: The Heart of Inquiry Back to Menu of Inquiry Strategies Scientific investigations typically begin with observations of something intriguing or baffling, which in turn, inspire questions. When you engage your young scientists in observing the natural world first hand or via video clips and photos - or have them read about scientists' observations - curiosity and questions can flourish. With guidance, these questions can lead to fruitful thinking, discussions, and investigations. Generating Questions: The Heart of Inquiry Links Cultivating Keen Observers Categorizing Student Questions Making and Refining Predictions   Facebook Pinterest Twitter © 1997 – 2019 Journey North. All rights reserved.