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. | 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 we express ourselves 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. | 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 on society and on the environment. | How we organize ourselves 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 | 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. |
Central Idea What we believe in is part of who we are. Key concepts: perspective, reflection Related concepts: diversity, perception Lines of inquiry What we believeHow beliefs influence the way we behave. | Central Idea An understanding of our place and connections in the world develops a global perspective. Key concepts: connection, perspective Related concepts: location, orientation Lines of inquiry The relationship of our location to other parts of the worldHow we represent placeThe interconnections of a global perspective. | Central Idea Different cultures use dance as a form of expression. Key Concepts: form, function, connection Related concepts: movement, sequence, expression, music flow Lines of inquiry The purpose of danceThe different forms of dance How dance reflects different places | Central idea All living things go through a process of change. Key concepts: change, connection Related concepts: cycles, transformation Lines of inquiry Life cyclesHow living things change over their life timeDevelopment stages of various living things. | Central Idea The process of production involves many people. Key concepts: function, change, connection Related concepts: production, employment Lines of inquiry The different stages of production.Sources of primary productsHow people are involved. | Central Idea Plants are a life- sustaining resource for us and for other living things. Key concepts: form , perspective, responsibility Related concepts: interdependence, systems Lines of inquiry What plants provide for us and other living things. Caring for plant life. |
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