Them es Who we are Akal Academy,Baru Sahib Programme of Inquiry 2017 July Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves 17 Sharing the planet Grad es 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 orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationship between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives. 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 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 An inquiry into the interconnectedness of humanmade systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment. An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and other living things; communities and the relationship within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. Nur Each of us is special, Connection, How I see myself Our similarities and differences My talents Principled, caring and balanced Trans- disciplinary Skills: Social, Subject Focus, Social Studies, PSPE, Science, Arts The world is full of colorful patterns. Form, Change Colours around us Patterns around us Making new colours and patterns Inquirer Courageous and Reflective Trans- disciplinary Skills: Thinking Subject Focus Math, Arts, Science, language We adapt to seasonal changes. Causation, Change, Weather and seasons Change of seasons Seasonal fun and care Knowledgeable, Thinker and Reflective Trans- disciplinary Skills: Self Management Science, Social studies, Math, Arts Members of the community work together to help us Connection, Function and. People around me School as a community My responsibility towards the community Communicator, Knowledgeable and Open minded Trans- disciplinary Skills: Thinking Skills Social Studies, Arts,
We enjoy and grow with family and friends Toys have changed overtime. Dance is one way to express culture and feelings The world is full of sounds Play areas provide relaxation and require safety Living things share food and living space. LKG Causation, Connection,. Family and friends. Relationships Importance of family and friends. Open-minded and Caring Social Social studies, Arts, Math, PSPE Form, Function, Change Toys old and new Making and working of toys Future toys Inquirer, Thinker Research Skills, Thinking Skills Science, Social Studies, Arts, Form, Function, Different dance forms and movements Expressing feelings through dance. Exploring culture through dance Balanced, Communicator and reflective Skills :, Social Skills, Self management Arts, language, Social studies, PSPE Form, Causation Sounds around us How sounds are made Impact of sound Learner Profile Communicator and Inquirer Skills :, Social Studies, Science,, Arts Form, responsibility Play spaces and objects Ways to be safe Learner Profile Courageous, Principled and Caring Skills: Social and Self management skill Social studies, Arts, PSPE, Form, Function. Living things around us. Sharing food and space Consequences of sharing and not sharing. Inquirer, Knowledgeable : and Thinking skill Arts, Science, PSPE,
Choices affect our well being Family histories are unique Stories make us think and imagine Materials can be modified for our use Money can be used for our needs Plants and animals depend on each other Causation, Connection,. Form, Connection, Form, Function, Form, Change, Form, Change, Form, Connection, Function. UKG Being well and ill Factors affecting well being. Making healthy choices Caring, Balanced and Courageous Self management and Social Science, PSPE, Concept of family Family roots Relations within the family Learner Profile Caring, Inquirer and Knowledgeable Skills : Social, Thinking Social studies, PSPE, language Parts of a story Messages from stories Creating stories. Learner Profile Communicator, thinker and open minded Skills : Thinking, Arts, language Different materials that we use Re-shaping materials Making useful products Learner Profile Inquirer and thinker Skills:, Self management -Art, Science, language Money and its forms Evolution of money Spending and saving Learner Profile Balanced, Principled, Reflective Skills : Research Skills, Thinking Skills Social studies, Math, Plant and animal world. Plant-animal relationship Sharing the habitat with nature. Caring, Tolerance, Empathy Social Skills, Science, language
Behavior impacts people around and builds our profile. Homes are evolved and influenced by a variety of factors Folk Songs bring together tradition and melody. Our world is an interplay of light and darkness Signs and symbols help us to organize and be safe. Water sustains life and need to be conserved. 1 Causation, Function,, The way I behave Our rights and responsibilities My profile Learner Profile Open minded, Reflective, Principled` Social Skills and Self management PSPE, Social Studies, Form, Change, Causation Different types of homes Changes to homes over time Environmental influences on homes. Thinker, Knowledgeable Research Skills, Thinking Skills Social studies, Science, Math, Arts, language Form,, Folk songs Traditions passed through folk songs Creating a melodious folk song Open- minded, Reflective, Communicator Thinking Skills, Social Skills Arts, Social studies, Change, Causation, Light and darkness Formation of shadows Our response to light and darkness. Inquire and Courageous Skills:, Self Management Science, Math, & Arts Form, Function Connection. Signs and symbols How signs and symbols make life easier Signs and safety Communicator, Caring, Self management Math, Social studies, Arts, PSPE Form, Function, Water around the world Importance of water Responsible use of water. Caring and Balanced Social, Thinking, Science, Social studies, Math, language
2 Beliefs and traditions are celebrated in many ways Form, Causation, Celebrations around the world Reasons for celebrations Changing face of celebrations Open minded and reflective Social Skills, Social studies,, Arts, PSPE Transportation is an evolving network of vehicles and services. Change, Connection, function Evolution of means of transport Travel services Movement of goods and people Inquirer, Reflective, Math, Social studies, Arts, PSPE People use many languages to express themselves Form, Function s around us Form of language Purpose of language Communicator and Thinker, Thinking Skills, Social Studies Air is a natural resource that can cherish or perish life. Form, Function, Change Components and composition of air Importance of air Air quality and health Knowledgeable and Independence Skills: Thinking Skills, Science, Social Studies, Math,, PSPE Decisions by leaders can impact society. Connection, Function, responsibility Leaders in different fields Role of leaders Collective decision making Principled, Courageous and Balanced Social, Self- management Social studies, Math, Waste requires effective and responsible system of disposal. Causation, & Wastes produced around the world Impact on environment Waste management Reflective and Caring Self management, Social Science, Social Studies, Math, Arts, PSPE,
Choices and life styles are interconnected. Exploration can lead to discoveries, opportunities and new understanding. Monuments and artifacts represent cultural heritage. Technological advancements help in unfolding the universe. The journey from fiber to fabric influences environment. People resolve conflicts by different means. : Form, Connection, Diversity in life styles Choices and life styles Making informed choices : Change, Causation Purpose of exploration Explorations over time Consequences of exploration Connection,, Different monuments and artefacts Significance of monuments and artefacts Preserving the cultural heritage Function, Change, Connection The universe Advancement of technology Space and imagination Form, Function,. Different textiles Production and sale of textiles Environment friendly textiles : Causation, and Conflicts Resolution through different means Consequences of the choice of resolution. Thinker, Balanced and Reflective Knowledgeable, Thinker Inquirer, Caring and Knowledgeable Inquirer, Knowledgeable and Courageous Thinker, Caring and Communicator Openminded, Principled, Communicator 3 Thinking, Self Management, PSPE, Social Studies, Science, Math,, Thinking Social studies, Science, Math, language, Social Social Studies, Science, Arts, Skills:, Thinking Science, Social studies, Arts,, Thinking Social Studies, Math, Arts, Science. Social, Selfmanagement, Social studies, Science,, PSPE
: Systems within our body work together to sustain life. : All places on earth have special features that distinguish them from other places. : Print media uses texts and images to convey messages. : Machines work on scientific principles and can be improved. : A country s economy depends on its ability to produce and consume goods and services : Children worldwide come across a variety of challenges, risks and opportunities 4 : Form, Causation, : Human body systems Organ failure and transplant Care for the organs Caring, Balanced and Reflective Self management, Science, PSPE, Arts, : Change, Connection and Causation : Physical characteristics of earth. Mapping. Effect of geography on population and vice-versa Inquirer, Thinker and Knowledgeable Thinking, Research Social Studies, Math, Science, Arts, : Connection, and : Print media and us Ways to convey messages Impact of print media Communicator, Open minded and Courageous Social, Social Science, Arts : Form, Function and Change : World of machines Working of machines Fast changing world of machines Thinker and Inquirer Skills: Self management, Science, Social studies, : Connection, : Production and consumption Internal and foreign trade Rights and responsibilities of producers and consumers Thinker and Principled Thinking, Social Studies, Arts, Math, : Form,, Function : Challenges, Risks and opportunities children around the world face. Children s response to challenges, risk and opportunities Ways in which individuals and organizations protect children from risks. Balanced, Caring and Principled Social, Social studies, Arts,
5 We live in a differentlyabled friendly world :, Function,. Lines of Inquiry: Concept of ability and disability Services and advocacy for the differently abled. Challenges and opportunities Inquirer, Caring and Reflective Social Skills, Research Skills Science, PSPE, Social studies, Modern societies have evolved from past civilizations : Causation, Change and perspective Lines of Inquiry: Ancient civilizations Evolution of societies over the ages Societies in the future Thinker, Inquirer and Reflective Thinking, Social Social Studies, Arts,, Math, PSPE Performing arts are Exhibition Sustainable agricultural practices influence production and environment : Change, Connection and reflection Lines of Inquiry: Methods and Technology used by farmers Technology and agricultural production Eco-friendly farming Learner Profile Balanced, Courageous and Thinker Skills: Thinking, Science, Social studies and Governments can promote or deny social justice : Form, Function, Lines of Inquiry: Government systems. The laws of the land. Protection and violation of laws Learner profile- Open Minded, Principled Social,,Self-management Social Studies, Math, Biodiversity depends on maintaining the balance between organisms and habitat Form, Connection and reflection. Components of biodiversity. Interdependence in nature. Maintaining the balance Knowledgeable, Caring and Inquirer Communication research Skills:, Science, and Social studies