How the World Works
Start Date: 1/22/2019
End Date: 2/28/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) the human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.
Central Idea:
Human societies interact with the natural world.
Lines of Inquiry:
- How events in the natural world shape the way we see the past and future.
- How geography has influenced the development of human society.
- How theories change as new information is collected.
Key Concepts:
Form, Function, Change
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Communication Skills: Writing, Speaking
Thinking Skills: Analysis
Learner Profile:
Thinker
Supporting Attitudes:
Confidence, Cooperation
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music (deep collaboration)
Art
PE
Collaborate all year in each unit.
Who We Are
Start Date: 3/4/2019
End Date: 4/12/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the nature of self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships include families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
Central Idea:
Choices we make today determines the options we have tomorrow.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Significant events in history around the globe.
- Repercussions of various historical events.
- The passing of beliefs, traits, information and values through generations.
Key Concepts:
Causation, Connection, Reflection
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Social Skills: Resolving conflict
Self-Management: Informed choices
Thinking Skills: Application
Learner Profile:
Principled, Risk-taker, Thinker
Supporting Attitudes:
Respect
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art
P.E. (deep collaboration)
Collaborate all year in each unit.
Where We Are in Place & Time
Start Date: 9/4/2018
End Date: 10/12/2018
Theme:
An inquiry into the orientation in place and time, personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations, migrations of humankind; the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations from local and global perspectives.
Central Idea:
We live in a world in which the actions of any individual affects others.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Causes of exploration.
- Relationship between living things and their environment.
Key Concepts:
Causation, Connection
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Thinking Skills: Analysis
Learner Profile:
Balanced, Caring
Supporting Attitudes:
Cooperation, Respect
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.
Collaborate all year in each unit.
How We Organize Ourselves
Start Date: 8/20/2018
End Date: 5/30/2018
Year Long Unit
Theme:
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
Exhibition:
Students determine the entire scope of the inquiry. All the essential elements of the PYP will be covered:
- Key Concepts
- Learner Profile
- Approaches to Learning Skills
- Supporting Attitudes
- Core Knowledge
- Action
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art
P.E.
Collaborate all year in each unit.
Sharing the Planet
Start Date: 10/17/2018
End Date: 11/30/2018
Theme:
An inquiry into the rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.
Central Idea:
Overcoming challenges requires perseverance.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Natural resources and their distribution.
- Interdependence between natural resources populations and expanding borders.
- Our responsibility in helping sustain our planet.
Key Concepts:
Function, Connection, Responsibility
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Communication Skills: Speaking, Listening
Learner Profile:
Principled, Risk-taker
Supporting Attitude:
Empathy
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art (deep collaboration)
P.E.
Collaborate all year in each unit.
How We Express Ourselves
Start Date: 12/3/2018
End Date: 1/18/2018
Theme:
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.
Central Idea:
New discoveries are made by considering varying perspectives.
Lines of Inquiry:
- A person’s perspective influences decision making.
- The comparison of attributes and characteristics of people.
Key Concepts:
Change, Perspective, Reflection
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Thinking Skills: Comprehension, analysis
Communication Skills: Reading
Research Skills: Observation
Learner Profile:
Open-minded
Supporting Attitude:
Curiosity
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.
Collaborate all year in each unit.