This article describes the driving question board (DQB), a visual organizer that supports inquiry-based instruction through the use of guiding questions. The DQB is a teaching aid designed to increase student engagement alongside science kits. Information is provided on its application to a lesson on buoyancy, highlighting how it improved classroom discussions, assessments, and student involvement. The article emphasizes that, in addition to serving as a record of learning as the unit progresses, the DQB helps set the stage for future learning, guides in-class discussions, and promotes authentic assessment.