When teaching a whole-class novel, or even during independent reading projects, focusing on an inquiry-based approach is a great way to help students engage with the text. Inquiry-based learning is a teaching method that encourages students to actively engage with a subject by asking questions, seeking answers, and exploring different perspectives. This approach is particularly well-suited for the high school English classroom, where students are often asked to read and analyze complex texts and make personal connections with the texts. Here are some activities to use in your high school English classroom that will help you incorporate the inquiry process when reading a novel: Ask open-ended questions: Encourage students to ask questions about the novel as they read. These can be general questions about the plot, characters, themes, or setting, or more specific questions about a particular passage or event in the story. Create a class discussion: After students have had a chance to ask...