An everyday tool for geography teachers...
I was asked to write the foreword, introducing this new book on geographical enquiry from award-winning teacher David Rogers who has been talking about enquiry for years now, and presenting at conferences in the UK and abroad. This has been a book that has been years in the making - and then years in the writing. I have been fortunate to see the book at various stages and see how it has come together very nicely with support from the Bloomsbury team. I like the simple but effective cover illustration by Laura Neate as well.
It's a book packed with practical suggestions, as well as a thoughtful and personal reflection on his career and influences.
I like the format of the book. There are Reflection boxes, where teachers can reflect on aspects of the book.
There are Definitions boxes outlining some key definitions.
There are also Examples boxes providing concrete examples.
There are Activity boxes - simple ideas for teachers to think through to connect the book with their own practice.
Also seek out the 'Communicate' boxes.
Each chapter ends with some Key Takeaways.
It's very nicely designed with simple black and white illustrations as well.
I really liked delving into the Appendix as well. This features a whole series of Enquiry ideas which are really creative and thought provoking. There's enough meat on the bones that David provides to get teachers thinking about how they might use the ideas here - for example: Is north always up? How do maps reflect power, perspective and cultural bias?
I certainly added a few ideas to my long list of things to explore.
It deserves a space in your departmental library.
My copy was published by Hachette.
It will be published on the 12th of March 2026.
It is available to pre-order from all book shops - real and virtual.
Paperback, 303pp
ISBN: 978-1-80199-494-1
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