Who We Are
Start Date: 10/15/2018
End Date: 11/16/2018
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:
Relationships provide support in different ways.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Community helpers locally and globally support us.
- Relationships with family and friends.
Key Concepts:
Function, Connection, Responsibility
Related Concept: Networks, Interdependence
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Collecting data, Presenting research findings
Communication Skills: Speaking, Listening
Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Communicator
Supporting Attitudes:
Respect, Integrity, Cooperation
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art
P.E. (deep collaboration)
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Where We Are in Place & Time
Start Date: 3/4/2019
End Date: 4/12/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the orientation in place and time, the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations from local and global perspectives.
Central Idea:
Connections in society define lives today and in the future.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Symbols keep us connected.
- The effects of people from the past still affect people today.
- How information and knowledge has changed over time.
Key Concepts:
Connection, Reflection
Related Concepts: Citizenship, Settlement, Symbols
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Thinking Skills: Synthesize
Communication Skills: Verbal, Nonverbal
Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Knowledgeable
Supporting Attitudes:
Enthusiasm
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music (deep collaboration)
Art
P.E.
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How We Express Ourselves
Start Date: 11/26/2018
End Date: 1/18/2019
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:
People celebrate customs and traditions.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Diversity of people on our planet.
- Understanding various cultural traditions.
- Differences and similarities in celebrations around the world.
Key Concepts:
Form, Perspective
Related Concepts: Traditions, Diversity
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Gather data, Present research findings.
Communication Skills: Speaking, Listening
Learner Profile:
Risk-taker, open-minded
Supporting Attitudes:
Tolerance, Respect
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.
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How the World Works
Start Date: 1/21/2019
End Date: 3/1/2019
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:
Patterns are all around
Lines of Inquiry:
- Sequences in nature.
- Patterns in our daily lives.
- Connections between people and seasons around the world.
Key Concepts:
Causation, Change, Connection
Related Concepts: Cycles, Order
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Observing, interpreting data
Communication Skills: Listening, speaking
Learner Profile:
Inquirer
Supporting Attitudes:
Curiosity
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art (deep collaboration)
P.E.
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How We Organize Ourselves
Start Date: 9/4/2018
End Date: 10/12/2018
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.
Central Idea:
Systems can set people up for success.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Systems in my community and around the world.
- My role within a system at home, school and in the community.
- How individuals contribute within a network.
Key Concepts:
Form, Function, Responsibility
Related Concept: Interdependence
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Social Skills: Accepting responsibility
Self-Management Skills: Time Management, Organization
Learner Profile:
Caring, Reflective
Supporting Attitudes:
Cooperation, Respect
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art
P.E. (deep collaboration)
Collaborate all year in each unit.
Sharing the Planet
Start Date: 4/15/2019
End Date: 5/24/2019
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:
Living things depend upon the environment to meet basic needs.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Basic needs of living things.
- Relationship between living and nonliving things.
Key Concepts:
Form, Change, Connection
Related Concept: Properties
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Asking questions, Presenting research findings
Learner Profile:
Balanced, Open-minded, Risk-taker
Supporting Attitudes:
Integrity
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.