Research Quest Blog

May 2026 Newsletter

Help Test a New Experience for a Classroom Favorite

We’ve launched a beta version of a redesigned layout for What dinosaur did these bones come from?—one of Research Quest’s most used investigations. This version builds on years of educator feedback and provides improved learning supports for students.

We’re inviting you to try it with your students between May 1–22 and share brief feedback on the experience.

Join a community of educators helping shape this next iteration—and receive a $25 gift card as a thank you. Interested? Sign up here and we will send you the testing links.

Teaching Tip

As the school year winds down, it can be tough to keep students engaged while maintaining meaningful learning. This month’s Teaching Tip explores how Research Quest can help you keep curiosity and critical thinking going strong through the final weeks. If you’re looking for fresh, low-prep ways to end the year with purpose, this tip is worth a look.

Investigation Spotlight

Dino Lab (Dinosaur Survival Simulator)

Are your students feeling antsy at the end of the semester? Consider Research Quest’s Dino Lab for engaging your students in a fun, minds-on activity that is easy to implement and a ton of fun for your kids. Dino Lab is a game-based interactive in the What physical features helped the dinosaurs survive? investigation. Students build dinosaurs that can survive four ecological challenges. Check it out!

LEARN MORE HERE.

Educator Spotlight

For Amanda Spencer, a teacher at Cedar Ridge Elementary in Cedar Hills, Utah, Research Quest has become an essential classroom tool for developing skills that go beyond memorization. After using the program with her students for the past year, she has seen firsthand how it strengthens their ability to think critically, conduct research, and communicate effectively.

“I have been using Research Quest with my students for the past year, and I have been very impressed with the results. Research Quest has helped my students to develop their research skills, to think critically, and to communicate their findings effectively. I highly recommend Research Quest to any teacher who is looking for a research tool that will help their students to succeed.” (To read more go here.)