Transdisciplinary Theme
Pre Kinder POI 2013 - 14 Who We Are An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of humanmade systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
An inquiry into 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.
Sharing the Planet
Ready, Set, Go! Ag 14th to Oct 4th
Tell me a story Jan 13th to April 4
We are the world April 21st to June 18th
Math, PSPE , Social Studies
Language and Arts (visual, drama, music)
Science and Social Studies
My feelings, my physical characteristics, my abilities and the choices I make are part of who I am.
Part of adapting to a new community is to get to know it, establish new relationships and follow rules and routines.
Stories are told in many different ways and carry messages which can help us learn about life.
Responsible choices impact the environment
• Physical characteristics and my abilities. • The ways in which we have changed as we grow • Ways of taking care of myself and the choices I make
• Getting to know our school and how it works • Making friends and establishing new relationships • Roles, routines, rules and responsibilities. Description/ interview
• Forms of expression • Different ways of communicating stories • Information and messages in stories
• Characteristics and needs of living things • The importance of water to living things • Positive and negative human impact on the environment
Fairy tales / Traditional tales Opinion
informative/ explanatory
Key: Function, Connection, Reflection, Related: Roles , Autonomy, Community Learner Profile: Principled, Caring and Reflective Attitudes: Curiosity, Independence and tolerance Skills: Social, Self management
Key: Form, Perspective and Reflection Related: Communication, expression, creativity Learner Profile: Communicators, Open minded Attitudes: Confidence, Creativity and Enthusiasm Skills: Social, communication and Thinking Skills
Profile /Attitude /Skills
Concepts
Genre
PSPE , Science, Art
Central Idea
How We Express Ourselves
Lines of Inquiry
Subject Focus
This is me Oct 15th to Dec 13th
How We Organize Ourselves
Narrative (own experience/ Fictional stories) Key: Form, Causation and Change Related: Identity, Health, Decision making Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, Risk takers, Balanced Attitudes: Appreciation, Confidence, respect Skills: Social, Research and Self management
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Key: Function, Causation, responsibility Related: Environment, Classification, conservation Learner Profile: Inquirers, Thinkers, Reflective Attitudes: Commitment, Empathy, Integrity Skills: Research, Thinking and communication
Where We Are in Place and Time An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Kinder POI 2013 - 14
Transdisciplinary Theme
Who We Are An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
Lines of Inquiry
Central Idea
Subject Focus
You and Me Ag 13th to Sept 27th
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of humanmade systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
An inquiry into 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.
Working Together May 5th to June 20th
Let´s Celebrate Nov 19th to January 20th
What a Load of Rubbish! January 21st to March 5th
Social Studies , PSPE, Language
People have a variety of experiences and interests, which combine to shape their attitudes and the way they learn.
Individuals interact and cooperate to enhance and build communities.
• How developing common agreements can help people work together • The different ways people think, feel and learn • How we can build on our strengths and improve on weaknesses
• The different jobs and roles performed in school and in our community • The ways in which jobs and people are interconnected • My role as a member of a community
Genre Concepts
How We Express Ourselves
Social Studies, PSPE, Language
Biography/ Autobiography
Profile /Attitude /Skills
How We Organize Ourselves
Narrative (Fiction and nonfiction)
Sharing the Planet
PSPE, Arts , Language
Social Studies, Science, Maths
There are different celebrations that are special and meaningful to us, because they express our culture. • What we celebrate and how • Significant local and global celebrations that happen during the year. • Reasons behind these celebrations and their characteristics.
Narrative (from own experience)
Reducing waste and taking care of earth´s resources can improve the quality of life now and in the future.
Where We Are in Place and Time An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
A place to call Home Sept 30th to Nov 18th
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Cycles March 6th to May 2nd
Social Studies, Language, PSPE
Science, Maths
Houses and homes are of different kinds and we all need them as they provide for different needs.
Natural cycles shape up life and its understanding allows us to organize our activities accordingly in a more balanced way.
• Ways in which waste is managed, at home and at school. • How we reduce, reuse and recycle in order to protect and conserve our environment. • Deciding on how to use/ share finite/renewable resources Report - explanation
• Different homes and houses • How people’s needs/ wants and environmental conditions influence the houses/homes they build • Responsibilities of household members
• Cycles in nature (day and night, weather and life cycles) • Patterns of behavior of living things related to earth´s natural cycles. • The way cycles and patterns affect our lives
Letter
Poetry (patterns) - Report
Key: Perspective, Responsibility and Reflection Related: Identity, agreements
Key: Causation, Connection, Responsibility Related: Roles, Interdependence, respect
Key: Function and Connection Related: Diversity, culture, signs and symbols
Key: Form, Causation and Perspective Related: Environment, equilibrium, pollution
Key: Form, Change, Reflection Related: Culture, needs and wants, progress
Key: Function, Change and Connection Related: Cycles, Interaction, patterns
Learner Profile: Thinkers, Principled and reflective Attitudes: Confidence, Empathy, Independence, Skills: Social, Communication and Self Management
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, Communicators, principled Attitudes: Appreciation, commitment, cooperation, Integrity Skills: Research, thinking and self management
Learner Profile: Inquirers, Open Minded, and Risk takers Attitudes: Creativity, Curiosity and enthusiasm Skills: Communication, Self Management and research
Learner Profile: Inquirers, Balanced and Caring Attitudes: Confidence, respect and tolerance Skills: Thinking, research and communication
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, open minded Attitudes: cooperation, curiosity and creativity Skills: Research and communication
Learner Profile: Thinkers, Balanced, communicators Attitudes: Curiosity, Respect and tolerance Skills: Thinking , self management and research
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Transition POI 2013 - 14 Transdisciplinary Theme
Who We Are An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
How We Express Ourselves
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of humanmade systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
An inquiry into 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.
Sharing the Planet
One Step at the time Sept 16 to Oct 25th
Expressions Oct 28th to Dec 13th
Habitats Jan 13th to Feb 28th
• The arts (visual Art, Music, Drama, Dance) and Language as forms of expression • The way in which imagination is used to discover ways of expressing ourselves • The differing interpretations individuals could have on pieces of art and forms of expression. Poetry - Play scripts/ Narrative
• The diversity of habitats • Consequences of human actions on habitats • Our responsibility to share finite resources with other living things
• Belonging to a community and understanding its needs and wants • Technological achievements and discoveries that have transformed our lives • Responsible actions in a community
• States and properties of matter and materials • Processes that cause matter to change • The impact of changing matter on people´s lives
News article or persuasive text (advert)
Explanation
Key: Form , Connection, Function Related: process, Interdependence, cooperation
Key: Function , Connection, Perspective Related: Imagination, Techniques, Interpretation
Key: Causation, Reflection, Responsibility Related: Conservation, Interdependence, Environment
Key: Form, Change and Responsibility Related:, community, innovation, impact
Learner Profile: Inquirers, thinkers and communicators Attitudes: Commitment, cooperation and curiosity Skills: Social, self management, research and thinking
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, open minded and risk takers Attitudes: Appreciation, confidence and creativity Skills: Communication and self management
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, Caring and reflective Attitudes: respect, independence, enthusiasm and appreciation Skills: research, communication and thinking
Learner Profile: Thinkers, Balanced and Reflective Attitudes: Commitment, Creativity and Tolerance Skills: Social, Communication and Thinking
Systems follow steps to optimize results and ensure goals are achieved
Thoughts and Imagination may be expressed and communicated in a variety of creative ways.
• Types of relationships and their importance. • Characteristics of healthy relationships • Ways of handling disagreements
• Processes and human made systems • How we organize ourselves to accomplish a goal or complete a task • Planning independent and cooperative tasks (Time and resource management)
Genre
Lines of Inquiry
Subject Focus
Materials change as they undergo physical processes which can provide us with benefits
Relationships connect people and require nurturing in order to develop
Concepts
Changes Matter April 24th to June 14th
Innovations and technology may cause changes in a culture´s identity.
Science, Social Studies
Profile /Attitude /Skills
Communities March 3rd to April 23rd
We share a responsibility to care for the places where living things are provided with what they need to survive.
Arts, (visual Art, Music, Drama, Dance) PSPE and Language
Key: Form, Perspective, Responsibility Related: Feelings, Relationships, Problems and dilemmas Learner Profile: Communicators, principled and open minded. Attitudes: Empathy, Integrity and tolerance Skills: Social, self management and communication
An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Science, Language and Maths
Social Studies, PSPE, Math
Letter writing/ Description /
Where We Are in Place and Time
Social Studies, Science, Language
PSPE, Social Studies, Language
Central Idea
Give and take Aug 13th to Sept 13th
How We Organize Ourselves
Procedure/ scientific
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Report/ Myths - Fables
Key: Causation, Change, Reflection Related: Properties and uses of materials, Changes of State, Benefits Learner Profile: Inquirers, Principled, Risk - Takers Attitudes: Curiosity, Independence, Integrity Skills: Research, Thinking and Self management skills
Central Idea
Subject Focus
Transdisciplinary Theme
Grade 1 POI 2013 - 14 Who We Are An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
Sharing the Planet An inquiry into 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.
Where We Are in Place and Time An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Money Matters
World of Arts
Endangered Species
Journeys
Let’s Start Moving
Aug 13th to Sept 16th PSHE (identity, interactions), Math (data handling)
Sept 17th to Oct 31st
March 6th to May 3rd Arts, (visual Art, Music, Drama, Dance) PSPE and Language
Nov 5th to Jan 22nd
Jan 23rd to March 5th Social Studies, Art
May 6th to June 18th Science, Technology and PE
Journeys shape how we see the world
There is a certain regularity in nature that helps us understand how the world works
Responsibilities are a part of being in a community, as we all have a role as community members to function in an organized way. • The challenges we will face
Lines of Inquiry Genre
Concepts
How We Express Ourselves
Our Community
in primary • Responsibilities and rights as a primary school student • Responsibility towards my communities
Profile /Attitude /Skills
How We Organize Ourselves
Biography
Social Studies, Math People earn money and make decisions that influence their use of money to meet needs and wants
The arts contain different features which can be used to communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings.
• Supply and demand • Where money comes from • Needs versus wants and
• The elements of the arts • Artists use the elements of
luxuries / spend, save, give
• Goods and services (delivery services, repairmen, doctor, transport)
Instructional Text
Key: Change, responsibility, Form Related: Relationships, rules, roles
Key: Function, causation, responsibility Related: Patterns, systems, consequences
Learner Profile: Principled and open minded. Attitudes: Independence, Commitment Skills: Research, self management and communication
Learner Profile: communicators, principled, reflective Attitudes: Confidence, cooperation and integrity Skills: Social, self management,
the arts to express themselves • Expression of ideas and feelings through the arts, using different techniques
Poetry
Science, Social Studies We share the planet with living things and our actions can affect their survival.
• Classification of animals
• Natural and built
and plants • Food chains and adaptation • The causes and consequences of endangerment • Ways to save and protect species
environment • Where people live shapes their identity • Geographical similarities and differences in places around the world (continents, oceans, climate) • People make journeys for different reasons (religious, pleasure /want, work/business /need)
Non- chronological report
Key: Form, Function, Perspective Related: discoveries, expression, beauty Learner Profile: Risk takers, reflective Attitudes: Appreciation, creativity Skills: Thinking, selfmanagement, social and communication
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Key: Function, Causation, Responsibility Related: extinction/loss, impact, conservation, natural resources Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, Caring and Inquirers Attitudes: respect, curiosity Skills: research, communication
Correspondence
• Pushes, pulls and movement.
• Applications of pushes and pulls in the world around us. • Experimenting, designing and testing
Scientific Report
Key: Form, causation, perspective Related:, change, location, identity
Key: Function, connection, reflection Related: machines, regularity, operation
Learner Profile: Openminded and Reflective Attitudes: Respect and Tolerance Skills: Social, Communication, self management and research
Learner Profile: Inquirers, thinkers Attitudes: Cooperation Skills: Research, Thinking, social, communication, and Self management skills
Central Idea
Subject Focus
Transdisciplinary Theme
Grade 2 POI 2013 - 14 Who We Are
How We Organize Ourselves
How We Express Ourselves
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of humanmade systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
What it means to be me
Who´s the Boss
I Believe
Feb 1st to March 6th
Aug 21th to Sept 25th
Nov 19th to Jan 31st
Social Studies, Language
Arts, (visual Art, Music, Drama, Dance) Language
Many aspects of belief are expressed through various art forms
An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
PSHE, Language, History & Society
My world influences my identity, I am unique
experiences that influence our lives • Similarities and differences between families • Family traditions related to different world religions • Genetics and heritage
Communities are organisations where people share responsibilities and implement change for the purpose of achieving a common goal • Why do we need/have rules when working towards a common goal. • How responsibilities feed into a common goal - link with the profile. • How teams are interconnected
Autobiography
Information Report
Genre
Lines of Inquiry
• Significant events and
Sharing the Planet An inquiry into 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.
Equal and the Same
• The features of the world’s major religions • What a belief is • How beliefs are expressed
Fables and Parables
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Where We Are in Place and Time An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Around the World
Energy
Sept 26th to Nov 16th
March 11th to May 7th
Science, Social Studies
Social Studies, Art
Science, Technology and PE
Access to opportunities and resources affects the choices you can make
Journeys shape how we see the world
Energy can be converted from one form to another and this allows us to use it in different ways.
May 8th to June 14th
• My choices: The opportunities and resources available to me, how to make adequate use of these opportunities and resources • Ways in which access and opportunities are guaranteed for all (assertive discipline, positive behaviour, norms) in the school. • Comparative case study for social responsibility
Poetry
• Seasons and climate impact the the lifestyle choices of people (clothing, transport, housing, food, entertainment). • Comparison between the way Colombia ns and other countries are impacted by the climate, seasons, physical geography and lifestyle.
Persuasive letter / brochure
• Sources of energy and different forms of energy.
• Transformation and storage of energy to produce improvements in living conditions (Scientific process/experiments). • Environmental impact of electrical energy production and consumption (renewable energy and sustainable production) Scientific report
Concepts Profile /Attitude /Skills
Key: Causation, connection, reflection Related: Family, identity, traditions, history
Learner Profile: Inquirers, Principled and communicators Attitudes: Appreciation, respect Skills: Research, social and communication
Key: change, connection, responsibility Related: teamwork, (cooperation), connectivity roles and responsibilities organisations with common goals - school, work, home citizenship Learner Profile: Inquirers, thinkers, reflective Attitudes: cooperation and respect Skills: Social, self management, research
Key: Form, Perspective, connection Related: belief, expression, religion
Key: Responsibility, change, causation Related: protection, impact, action, conflict (internal/external), access,
Key: Form, connection, causation Related: seasons, climate, lifestyle, geography, weather (climate), landscape
Key: Form, function, responsibility Related: Conservation, consumption, impact
Learner Profile: Inquirers, knowledgeable, reflective Attitudes: Curiosity, empathy, tolerance Skills: social, communication, self management, research
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, thinkers, risk takers Attitudes: Creativity Skills: Research, Thinking, communication
poverty, interdependence
Learner Profile: Risk takers, communicators, open minded Attitudes: Appreciation, empathy, respect Skills: Thinking, selfmanagement, and communication
Learner Profile: Communicators, reflective Attitudes: appreciation, empathy Skills: social
Grade 3 POI 2013 - 14
Lines of Inquiry
Central Idea
Subje ct Focus
Transdisciplinary Theme
Who We Are
How We Organize Ourselves
How We Express Ourselves
Sharing the Planet
An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
Being Balanced
The Leader in Me
Languages of Media
Sharing the Planet
An inquiry into 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.
Where We Are in Place and Time An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
Key to the Past
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Materials and Advances
April 29th to June 14th
Aug 21th to Sept 28th
March 1st to April 26th
Jan 21st to Feb 28th
Sept 26th to Nov 16th
Oct 1st to Nov 9th
Science (Living Things), PSPE (Active living, healthy choices)
Social studies, PSE
Art, Language & Music
Social studies
History, Geography & Mathematics
Science, Maths & Art
To be physically healthy, we must care for our body.
Societies and communities recognize individuals who fulfill needs for them as leaders
Media can be used to create, alter and influence perceptions.
Our planet has limited resources that need conserving
Ancient civilizations have influenced modern day societies.
The use humans give materials is dependent on the properties of those materials.
• Human health comprises
• Why and how individuals
emotional, physical and psychological health. • Body systems interrelate to perform their functions. • There are ways to prevent and correct body system malfunctions. • Making sound and informed choices about their lifestyle habits is every person´s responsibility.
become leaders/supporters/follower s. • Past and present leaders (both positive and negative) around the world • Religious leaders both in worship and in the founding of the world religions
• Different types of media • The role of persuasive
• Sustainability • Where
language • The influence of media in our lives.
water/soil/oil/air/wood comes from? How we use water/soil/ oil /air/wood? • How human activity has affected the quality and availability of usable resources. • Our responsibility and action to conserve resources.
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• How we know about ancient cultures (types of evidence: oral, written, physical) • The influences of different ancient cultures today (legacies) • Myths and legends (today's and from the past)
• Ways in which materials can be classified.
• Properties of different materials.
• The use of materials for specific purposes.
Genre
Concepts
Personal Narrative
Key: Causation, function, responsibility Related: role, system, behaviour, consequences, impact, initiative.
Key: Function, perspective, responsibility Related:beliefs, leadership, model, decisions
Profile /Attitude /Skills
Non-chronological report
Learner Profile: knowledgeable, caring, balanced Attitudes: Independence Skills: Research, thinking, self management
Learner Profile: Open minded, reflective Attitudes: appreciation Skills: thinking, communication, research
Persuasive writing
• Key: Perspective, responsibility, change Related: media, perception, consumers
Creative writing / poetry
Key: Connection, causation, reflection Related: conservation, materials
Myths and legends / Playscript Key: Form, causation, reflection Related: civilisation, chronology, history, progress
Scientific report
Key: Form, connection, causation Related: changes of state, structures, use, purpose, buoyancy, magnetism
Learner Profile: Thinkers, communicators, inquirers Attitudes: creativity Skills: Thinking, selfmanagement, and communication
Learner Profile: Communicators, principled, caring Attitudes: appreciation, commitment Skills: Communication, research
Learner Profile: Inquirers, communicators, reflective Attitudes: Curiosity, empathy, tolerance Skills: thinking, communication, self management, research
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, reflective Attitudes: Creativity, curiosity Skills: Research, Thinking, social, communication and self-management
Grade 4 POI 2013 - 14 Transdisciplinary Theme
Who We Are
How We Organize Ourselves
How We Express Ourselves
An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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.
Health
Is it Fair?
Arts in Society
Conflict and Resolution
Sept 24th to Nov 9th
May 6th to June 14th
March 11th to May 3rd
Central Idea
Subject Focus
PSHE (physical, social and
Jan 28th to March 8th PSE, Language and Society
emotional health) SRE, Math
Music, History, Visual arts, PE & Drama
Sharing the Planet An inquiry into 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.
Social Studies, arts, languages,
Where We Are in Place and Time An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
Explorations and Migrations Aug 13th to Sept 21st History,
Geography,
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances society and on the environment.
Scientific Society Nov 13th to Jan 25th Science,
Mathematics,
Mathematics & Technology
Technology
People explore and migrate to meet a variety of needs and to find new opportunities.
Humankind continues to explore and apply scientific knowledge to further technological advances for the improvement of communities..
(Data handling)
To be physically healthy, we must care for our body.
Humans have developed different systems to organize and structure societies
Societies express and communicate their reality through arts.
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Profile /Attitude /Skills
Concepts
Genre
Lines of Inquiry
• Health and life choices • Threats to physical and emotional health. • Conflict and resolution around my own health.
Non-chronological report / persuasive speech
• Governance of home and
• Different societies
• The relationship between
school. • Contemporary Political Systems (Democracy, Monarchy, Communism, Dictatorship) • Advantages and disadvantages of the political systems studied.
expressing through art. (History: recall prior knowledge) • Urban art as a means to express and resolve conflict (Music Hip Hop and rap, blues, ska; visual arts: graffiti; Drama: stomp) • The role of arts in the communication of societal conflict (Protest art and music)
technology of explorationpast and present. • Push and Pull factors that cause migrations and explorations. • How exploration has changed our understanding of the world. • Migration and conflict (Displacement in Colombia)
Persuasive writing / debate
Play script
Persuasive writing, nonchronological report
Informative / non-fiction text
• What is a force and how can it be measured?
• How can we organise our scientific investigations in a sensible and responsible way? • How does our knowledge of forces allow us to make decisions about the design and use of technology?
Scientific report
Key: Connection, responsibility, perspective Related: role, system, behaviour, consequences, impact, initiative
Key: Form, function, perspective, Related:beliefs, leadership, model, decisions
Key: Perspective, causation, change Related: art periods, performance, techniques, propaganda, revolution
Key: Connection, causation, reflection Related: conflict, resolution, creativity
Key: Connection, causation, reflection Related: migration, conflict, displacement, push factors, pull factors
Key: Form, function, connection, Related: structures, technological advances, types of forces, natural phenomena.
Learner Profile: knowledgeable, principled, balanced, reflective Attitudes: commitment Skills: Research, thinking, social, self management
Learner Profile: Open minded, reflective Attitudes: Appreciation, respect, integrity Skills: social, communication, research
Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, communicators, open minded Attitudes: creativity Skills: research, self management, communication
Learner Profile: Communicators, principled, caring Attitudes: appreciation, commitment Skills: Communication, research
Learner Profile: Inquirers, communicators Attitudes: Reflective Skills: thinking, communication, self management, research
Learner Profile: Thinkers, reflective Attitudes: curiosity Skills: Research, Thinking, social, communication and self-management
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