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 SCHOOL GROUPS

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Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.
— Benjamin Franklin

 

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Our “Three ‘E’ Approach”

We adhere to a highly effective teaching philosophy following Benjamin Franklin's wise and timeless advice.  With our “THREE ‘E’ APPROACH,” we seek first and foremost to engage students: without engagement, there is no hope for learning.  

Learning happens on our tours in a fun, lively way, challenging students to use their own perspectives, contexts, and imagination to enrich their understanding of (and participation in) the world around them. Students leave our tours with an eagerness to share with each other what they’ve learned, and our tours for grade school through college-age students are structured in a way so as to encourage them to learn from each other after the tour. We firmly believe that we learn better as students when we are tasked with teaching others what we’ve learned, and our tours reflect that!

 
 

ENGAGE…

The tour guides at Inside Chicago Walking Tours speak to each of the students, directly challenging them and inviting them to develop a curiosity about what they see around them.  Tours feature:

  • Enlightening stories that fascinate and appeal to kids & teens

  • Exciting, fun facts and figures that spark students’ curiosity

  • Appealing, age-appropriate presentation of information

  • Instructive and interactive stories and tidbits

  • Allotted time for “questions and answers” with their guide

EDUCATE…

What students learn on our tours will enrich their appreciation for many other subjects, including math, science, history, and art.  An experienced teacher, Hillary creates experiences that teach “beyond the tour,” fostering a deeper understanding of what students encounter every day.  Students will:

  • Be introduced to several major architectural styles

  • Be acquainted with famous Chicago architects

  • Marvel at different building structures and designs

  • Appreciate the historical context for architects’ work

ENTERTAIN…

Our guides have backgrounds in comedy and theater, and they excel at presenting information in a fun way: they quickly and easily gauge students’ mood and interests, and keep the learning process exciting.  Students will:

  • Learn facts and stories in a memorable, exciting way

  • Use their imaginations to look through different eyes

  • Join in a collective and fun group learning experience

  • Enjoy finding their own favorite parts of the city they see

  • Be encouraged to “follow the fun” in learning!

 

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Contact us to discuss why Inside Chicago Walking Tours is the best choice for your school group tour in Chicago!

 
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