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.

Title: All About Me

Central Idea:  Although we are unique individuals with differences, we are alike in many ways.

An inquiry into:

·          similarities and differences among our classmates

·          feelings we all have

·          the exploration of ourselves and the changes we all go through

Title:  We’re in School!

Central Idea:  Kindergarten is the beginning of a new journey in our lives.

An inquiry into:

·          similarities and differences between home and school

·          changes since birth that have prepared us for kindergarten

·          rules, schedules and routines we have in kindergarten

Title:  Tell me Again

Central Idea: People tell stories in different ways for different purposes.

An inquiry into:

·          similarities and differences of stories from around the world

·          how stories inform and entertain

·          storytelling through role-play and puppets

Title:  From Seeds to Plants

Central Idea:  Plants are living things that grow and change over time.

An inquiry into:

·          seeds and plants that grow from seeds

·          seeds and  the pattern of growth and change from seed to plant

·          plants and seeds we eat that come from different countries around the world

Title: Who are the People in our Neighborhood?

Central Idea: People have different kinds of jobs.

An inquiry into:

·          people in our community and the jobs they do

·          why people have jobs

·          which jobs provide goods and which jobs provide services

Title: Water World

Central Ideas: Water is essential to all living things.

An inquiry into: 

·          the water cycle

·          bodies of water around the world

·          how water is used and shared