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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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| Kindergarten |
Who We Are
7 weeks
Central idea
A person's identity is shaped by their environment and actions.
Key concepts
Connection, Responsibility, Causation
Related concepts
Causation- Identity
Connection- Relationships, Structure
Responsibility- Senses
Line of inquiry
- Our decisions and actions affect our lives and others.
- The attributes that shape who we are.
- We use our senses to understand ourselves, others, and the world around us.
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Where We Are in Place and Time
6 Weeks
Central idea
Observing patterns in our environment helps with navigation.
Key Concepts
Perspective, Causation, Function
Related concepts
Causation- Navigate, Physical Environment
Function- Patterns (day/night, big/small)
Perspective- Positional words)
Line of inquiry
- How our observations of the world help shape our perspective.
- How landforms impact how we navigate
- Using maps to find people, places, and thing.
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How We Express Ourselves
7 Weeks
Central idea
People, events, and cultures can be honored throughout traditions and celebrations.
Key Concepts
Perspective, Form, Connection
Related concepts
Connection- Beliefs and Values
Form- Expression
Perspective- Culture
Line of inquiry
- The appreciation of how others express their culture through traditions and celebrations
- Ways culture can be expressed through music and art
- Ways culture can be expressed through dance and music
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How The World Works
9 Weeks
Central idea
Innovations can impact people and the environment.
Key concepts
Change, Function, Form
Related concepts
Change- Exploration
Form- Adaptation
Function- Innovation
Line of inquiry
- How the past influences the future
- Ways materials can be used or changed for a variety of purposes
- Exploring inventions and innovations
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How We Organize Ourselves
7 weeks
Central idea
The environment affects the structure and function of plants and animals.
Key concepts
Connection, Function, Form
Related concepts
Connection- Interdependence
Form- Needs/Wants
Function- Environment, Weather
Line of inquiry
- The structure and function of animals (Form)
- The structure and function of plants (function)
- How plants and animals are alike and different (connection)
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| 1st Grade |
Who We Are
6 weeks
Central idea
Senses help shape our perceptions.
Key concepts
Responsibility, Function, Perspective
Related concepts
Function - Decision Making
Perspective- Needs vs. Wants
Responsibility- Impact
Line of inquiry
- How we use our senses to understand ourselves and the world around us.
- How we develop understanding and respect for other people’s similarities and differences.
- Using empathy to make a difference.
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Where We Are in Place and Time
6 Weeks
Central idea
We honor people from history who have influenced our society.
Key Concepts
Change, Perspective, Connection
Related concepts
Change - Honor
Connection - Chronology, History
Perspective - Heritage
Line of inquiry
- Our personal histories and how they Influence our lives.
- Significant people who have changed society through time.
- Honoring and remembering those who made a difference.
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How We Express Ourselves
6 Weeks
Central idea
Ideas, beliefs, and values can shape culture, traditions, and celebrations.
Key Concepts
Perspective, Function, Causation
Related concepts
English Language Arts- Communication Mathematics- relationships
Social Studies- landmarks
Causation- Culture, Diversity, Values
Perspective- Celebrations, Traditions
Line of inquiry
- Expressing our ideas, beliefs, and values.
- The significance of cultural traditions and how they work.
- Comparing cultures and how they can shape traditions.
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How The World Works
4 Weeks
Central idea
Natural laws can be observed to learn about the world.
Key concepts
Function, Form, Connection
Related concepts
Connection- Discoveries
Form- Forces
Function- Motion
Line of inquiry
- Natural laws.
- How natural laws affect the world.
- Using observations and discoveries to learn about our world.
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(2024-2025) How We Organize Ourselves
7 weeks
Central idea
Community is driven by the involvement and actions of its members.
Key concepts
Function, Connection, Responsibility
Related concepts
English Language Arts- elements, story-telling, structure Mathematics- data, patterns, relationships
PE- community, self-regulation
Science- forms of energy
Social Studies- authority, conflict, ownership Connection- Community Involvement
Function- Decision Making
Responsibility- Needs vs. Wants
Line of inquiry
- The wants and needs of a community.
- The roles and contributions that shape our community.
- How community decisions are made.
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(2024-2025) Sharing the Planet
6 weeks
Central idea
Living things have needs that can be met by other living things and their environment.
Key concepts
Change, Function, Responsibility
Related concepts
Change- Living Things, Plants
Line of inquiry
- The changes of living things.
- The basic needs of living things in their environment.
- How personal actions affect the world.
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| 2nd Grade |
Who We Are
6 weeks
Central idea
Systems function within the body, cultures and communities.
Key concepts
Responsibility, Function, Form
Related concepts
Form- Structure
Function- Function
Line of inquiry
- How are families around the world the same and different?
- How do friends depend on each other?
- What happens when families work together
- How can people help their communities?
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Where We Are in Place and Time
5 Weeks
Central idea
People change the world through discoveries and exploration.
Key Concepts
Causation, Connection
Related concepts
Causation- Relationship
Connection- Purpose
Line of inquiry
- Human migration throughout history.
- How events in nature affect people and places.
- Personal histories influence community and culture.
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How We Express Ourselves
8 Weeks
Central idea
People express themselves in order to preserve culture, beliefs or values.
Key Concepts
Perspective, Form
Related concepts
Form- Perception
Perspective- Identity
Line of inquiry
- How history reveals the life of people from the past.
- How people express their culture, beliefs, and values in their communities.
- Natural resources influence the way people live.
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How The World Works
6 Weeks
Central idea
People use processes to understand and impact the world.
Key concepts
Form, Function, Causation
Related concepts
Causation- Organization
Form- Exploration
Function- Discovery
Line of inquiry
- How can individuals inspire world change?
- People use processes to understand the natural world and its laws.
- People make decisions based on their values and beliefs.
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How We Organize Ourselves
5 weeks
Central idea
The study of how systems and communities are interconnected.
Key concepts
Connection, Causation, Change
Related concepts
Causation - Movement
Connection - Sequence
Line of inquiry
- How location determines supply and demand.
- How important scientific discoveries help us understand the world.
- How our choices affect our lives.
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(2024-2025) Sharing the Planet
5 weeks
Central idea
Living things access resources depending on their opportunities.
Key concepts
Responsibility, Change
Related concepts
Change- Differences
Responsibility- Design
Line of inquiry
- How are offspring like their parents?
- How do living things adapt to their environment?
- The effects of resources on living things.
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| 3rd Grade |
Who We Are
6 weeks
Central idea
Our perspectives and beliefs shape relationships with others.
Key concepts
Change, Form, Perspective
Related concepts
English Language Arts- elements, Narrative, Theme Mathematics- patterns, relationships
Social Studies- Maps
Change- Traditions
Form- Culture
Perspective- Culture, Diversity
Line of inquiry
- How location impacts cultural traditions and relationships
- How different cultures develop, share and preserve traditions.
- How culture and community shape what we value.
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Where We Are in Place and Time
5 Weeks
Central idea
Environment and resources affect survival.
Key Concepts
Causation, Connection, Change
Related concepts
English Language Arts- Central Idea Mathematics- patterns
Science- forms of energy, Properties of Water Social Studies- Maps
Causation- Interdependence
Change- Impact
Connection- Adaptation
Line of inquiry
- How environment affects settlement patterns.
- How resources and climate affect settlement.
- The availability of food sources and how it impacts survival.
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How We Express Ourselves
5 Weeks
Central idea
We can express ourselves using many different tools.
Key Concepts
Causation, Form, Perspective
Related concepts
English Language Arts- elements, poetry, structure Mathematics- fractions
Science- forms of energy, light, stars, sun
Social Studies- interviews , landmarks , perceive places, poems
Causation- Expression
Form- Design
Perspective- Creativity
Line of inquiry
- How people use nature to create art.
- How people use poetry to express themselves.
- How the sun and stars benefit our lives.
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How The World Works
7 Weeks
Central idea
People can use and apply their understanding of science in their daily lives.
Key concepts
Function, Causation, Perspective
Related concepts
English Language Arts- Cursive
Mathematics- Measurement, quadrilaterals, symmetry , time
Science- forms of energy, innovation , scientist Causation- Laws
Function- Properties
Perspective- Principles
Line of inquiry
- How our knowledge of science impacts our daily lives.
- How scientists collect data and research during investigations.
- How scientists communicate their findings.
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How We Organize Ourselves
7 weeks
Central idea
Roles within a system provides structure.
Key concepts
Connection, Function, Form
Related concepts
English Language Arts- elements, Theme
Mathematics- patterns
Science- Inquiry
Social Studies- authority, ownership
Connection- Structure
Form- Relationships
Function- Role, Systems
Line of inquiry
- Structure influences how things are organized.
- Roles within a system connect to a common goal.
- The function of systems helps to attain wants and needs.
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Share the Planet
5 weeks
Central idea
Our way of living influences all living things.
Key concepts
Function, Responsibility, Connection
Related concepts
English Language Arts- Text Features, Text Structure Mathematics- relationships
Science- Classify Animals , Seasonal changes Social Studies- environment influences Connection- Environment
Function- Relationship
Responsibility- Impact
Line of inquiry
- Classifying animals to better understand how the environment affect them.
- Our responsibility to protect natural habitats and the living things in them.
- Scientific advancements can have positive and negative affects to all living things.
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| 4th Grade |
Who We Are
6 weeks
Central idea
Decisions and choices affect our well-being..
Key concepts
Perspective, Responsibility, Causation
Related concepts
English Language Arts- Narrative, Theme Mathematics- data
Science- food chain, plant lifecycles, Seasonal changes
Social Studies- conflict, Maps
Causation- Choice
Perspective- Balance, Lifestyle Responsibility- Needs
Line of inquiry
- How our actions affect health.
- How financial choices affect our well-being.\
- How plants and animals contribute to our well-being.
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Where We Are in Place and Time
6 Weeks
Central idea
Exploration led to change in civilizations.
Key Concepts
Connection, Form, Change, Causation
Related concepts
Science- Constellations, Moon patterns, Space exploration
Social Studies- explorers , native american tribes Causation- Consequences, Navigation Change- Discovery, Indigenous Tribes Connection- Discoveries, exploration
Form- Exploration
Line of inquiry
- Indigenous tribes.
- How the universe is used in the navigation of exploration.
- The motivations of exploration and discovery.
- The effects of exploration and discovery.
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How We Express Ourselves
6 Weeks
Central idea
Personal expression can inspire societal change.
Key Concepts
Perspective, Change, Causation
Related concepts
Science- forms of energy
Social Studies- Great depression , Land boom , Spanish American Wars
Causation- Civil rights
Change- Impact, Progress
Perspective- Celebrations, Creativity, Culture, Diversity, Identity, Traditions
Line of inquiry
- Ways people express their opinions and ideas.
- How and why change is inspired.
- Individuals that inspire change.
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How The World Works
6 Weeks
Central idea
Humans may create systems that can solve problems and support human endeavors.
Key concepts
Connection, Form, Function
Related concepts
Science- Changes in Materials, Conservation of Mass, Magnets, Properties of Matter, Properties of Water Social Studies- economy , space program , tourism Connection- Community Involvement, Government Systems
Form- Structure
Function- Systems
Line of inquiry
- What a system is.
- The purpose and function of systems.
- The way systems connect with each other.
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How We Organize Ourselves
7 weeks
Central idea
Community is driven by the involvement and actions of its members.
Key concepts
Function, Connection, Responsibility
Related concepts
English Language Arts- elements, story-telling, structure Mathematics- data, patterns, relationships
PE- community, self-regulation
Science- forms of energy
Social Studies- authority, conflict, ownership Connection- Community Involvement
Function- Decision Making
Responsibility- Needs vs. Wants
Line of inquiry
- The wants and needs of a community.
- The roles and contributions that shape our community.
- How community decisions are made.
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Sharing the Planet
6 weeks
Central idea
We share the planet with many living things and our actions can affect their existence.
Key concepts
Connection, Change, Responsibility
Related concepts
English Language Arts- Central Idea, Reasons and Evidence, Text Features, Text Structure Mathematics- Angles, data, Measurement Science- Adaptation, forms of energy, Living Things Social Studies- government
Change- Invasive Species
Connection- Environmental Adaptation Responsibility- Living Things
Line of inquiry
- How living things impact the environment.
- How the environment adapts to change.
- How living things use resources.
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| 5th Grade |
Who We Are
4 weeks
Central idea
Living systems work together in order to survive.
Key concepts
Function, Causation
Related concepts
Causation- Consequences, Progress, Relationships, Significance
Function- Conflict, Rights, Structures, Systems
Line of inquiry
- Living Systems
- Impact of environments on living systems
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Where We Are in Place and Time
4 Weeks
Central idea
Exploration leads to new opportunities.
Key Concepts
Change, Causation
Related concepts
Causation - Economy, Innovative Ideas, Tools Change- Conflict, Discovery, Progress
Line of inquiry
- The importance of exploration
- The challenges of exploration
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How We Express Ourselves
5 Weeks
Central idea
Investigating helps to discover and express ideas.
Key Concepts
Responsibility, Form
Related concepts
Form- Analyze, Discover, Interpret, Investigate Responsibility- Conditions, Data, Logic, Variable
Line of inquiry
- Developing and planning
- Conducting an investigation.
- Expressing results to justify discoveries.
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How The World Works
12 Weeks
Central idea
Humans find ways to understand the world around them.
Key concepts
Connection, Perspective, Change
Related concepts
Connection- Processes , Transformation Perspective- Classification
Line of inquiry
- Patterns help us understand the world
- Investigating properties of the natural world
- How processes create change
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How We Organize Ourselves
9 weeks
Central idea
Society needs systems to survive.
Key concepts
Connection, Function, Causation
Related concepts
Causation- Resources, Safety, Systems
Connection- Climate, Geography, Patterns, Weather
Line of inquiry
- Human made systems and their functions
- Risk taking leads to the development of systems
- The purpose of systems and how they are connected
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Sharing the Planet
41 weeks
Central idea
The world is made up of many complex situations that we can create a plan to help solve. OR Students may create their own central idea tied to their topic/issue
Key concepts
Perspective, Responsibility, Form
Related concepts
Mathematics - charts , graphs
Line of inquiry
- Students will create personal lines of inquiry based on their issue/topic
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