Where we are in place & time How we express Pre School 3 5 years old nature of the self; mental, social and spiritual health; 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 relationships between and the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. natural world and its communities; the structure and function of activities and their impact on humankind and the Awareness of personal characteristics and abilities contributes to our self identity. People change throughout their lives. We demonstrate our learning and express through play. Communities function more effectively when rules and routines are shared with all members. form, perspective change, responsibility connection, perspective connection, function, responsibility identity, relationships, character growth, belonging representation, imagination, role play community, system Physical, social, and emotional characteristics My role within my family Recognizing similarities and differences between myself and others How I have changed How growing up brings responsibility How I will change Communicating in different roles through play How language connects people How we express through play Communities we belong to Purpose of rules and routines (function) Reaching agreements reflective, balanced. caring balanced, open minded, inquirer communicator, risk taker, open minded principled, thinkers, knowledgeable tolerance, respect independence, curiosity, enthusiasm, confidence, empathy, appreciation cooperation, creativity. integrity, commitment
Kindergarten A 3 5 years nature of the self; beliefs and values; spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Where we are in place & 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 How we express 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. natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of impact of scientific and technological advances on We experience the world and learn using our body and mind. Documenting personal histories allows us to reflect on and remember who we are and where we come from. Stories can engage their audience and communicate meaning. Living things have certain requirements to grow and stay healthy. form, reflection, causation reflection, change connection, perspective form, function, responsibility classification, biology growth, heritage, chronology communication classification, living & non living, animals, plants How we learn using our minds and body (reflection) How our understanding changes with experience My mind and my body Ways of reflecting on past experience (reflection) Personal change from birth to present: self and family The importance of personal histories (reflection) What stories convey How stories are created and shared (onnection) Feeling and emotions that stories evoke Characteristics of living things Our needs and the needs of other living things (function) Our role in caring for other living things. risk takers, inquirers, thinkers reflective, inquirer open minded, communicators principled,caring, knowledgeable curiosity, confidence commitment, independence creativity, empathy appreciation, curiosity
Kindergarten B 5 6 years old spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Where we are in place & 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 individuals and civilizations, from local and global How we express ways in values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. natural natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of human made systems and communities; the structure and function of decision making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the 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. Our actions effect and others. Homes around the world reflect culture and place. Imagination is a powerful tool for extending our ability to think, create and express. Our activity is connected to the Earth s natural cycles. Members of a community work together to organize events. Plants are a life sustaining resource shared by people and other living things. causation, perspective form, function, change connection, perspective change, causation responsibility, perspective, reflection form, connection, responsibility PSPE fairplay, conformity, safety, self regulation culture, home, family empathy, invention, transformation cycles, interaction fair play, interdependence, leadership, teamwork interdependence, systems The factors that affect how and why we act. (causation, perspective) How our choices create different outcomes. How our choices and actions reflect how people perceive us. Homes are made differently around the world Homes provide a place to learn about culture (function) Homes have changed through time How we demonstrate and enjoy our imagination How our imagination helps us consider other perspectives How imagination helps us to solve problems Night and day cycles Seasonal changes Health and safety as related to climate and seasonal changes How to share your plans and ideas to come to an agreement with others The roles and responsibilities of people involved in planning an event How to evaluate an event (reflection) What plants provide for us and for other living things The structure of plants The sustainable use of plants Balanced, Thinker, Caring empathy, integrity, tolerance Inquirer, Reflective respect, curiosity reflective, risk taker communicator, thinker, communicator Open minded creativity, confidence, independence curiosity, enthusiasm commitment, co operation knowledgeable Principled appreciation, enthusiasm, respect
Grade One 6 7 years old spiritual health; including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. People s relationships can have an impact on well being. Where we are in place & 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 individuals and civilizations, from local and global Family histories provide an insight into cultural and personal identity. How we express ways in nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. Our need to share our feelings and ideas drives us to develop effective ways to communicate. natural natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of technological advances on Matter can be changed to suit different purposes. human made systems and communities; the structure and function of decision making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the In a workplace people share responsibility towards a common purpose. 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. Humans and living things form relationships to share resources. causation, responsibility change, reflection form, perspective, reflection form, function, change responsibility, connection, function form, responsibility, connection conflict, cooperation, interdependence heritage, chronology, history, tradition communication, networks, diversity changes state, solids, liquid, gas, properties, cooperation, employment lifestyle, resources, interdependence Why relationships are established Skills and attitudes required to maintain relationships How to resolve conflict in relationships Family ancestry Artifacts, heirlooms or rituals that have meaning in a family (reflection) Similarities and differences between generations within a family (change, reflection) the diversity of human communication why we need to communicate (function) how we interpret what others communicate The properties of matter How matter can be changed How matter is used for different purposes (function) From source to product (change/function) The types of responsibilities in a workplace How jobs are Interconnected to fulfill a common purpose (connection, responsibilities) The importance of collective responsibility (function) Different kinds of habitats around the world The interdependence of living things The relationship between humans and the natural world, and its resources Caring,Open minded Principled Communicators, Thinker, Reflective Reflective, Communicator, Knowledgeable Inquirers, Thinkers Risk Taker, Caring, Balanced Thinker, Balance, Caring Cooperation, Empathy, Tolerance, Appreciation, Curiosity, Tolerance Confidence, Creativity, Empathy, Enthusiasm Curiosity, Appreciation Appreciation, Commitment, Cooperation Commitment, Integrity
Grade Two 7 8 years old spiritual health; including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Where we are in place& 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 How we express ways in values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. natural natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of communities; the structure and function of activities and their impact on humankind and the 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. Understanding our culture gives us a window into and the world. Inventions have changed the way people live. Traditional tales and stories reflect values and beliefs. Living things adapt in order to survive harsh or changing environments. Signs and symbols facilitate local and global communication. Access to resources is shared and limited leading people to make choices.. Form, Perspective, connection Connection, Change, Function Perspective, Form, Connection Causation, Change Perspective, Connection Perspective, Connection, Function culture, communication, tradition innovation, invention, discovery tradition, family, history adaptation, evolution, natural selections, extinction communication, network, peace, reconciliation, self regulation How a culture represents itself Connections between cultures How my culture defines me Why inventions come about.(connection, function) How inventions impacts our lives (change, connection) How inventions evolve (change, connection) Why people tell stories How people tell stories (Form) The morals and values in stories We can relate and connection to many of the morals in stories adaptation and survival (Causation) challenges living things face to survive. (Causation) how living things adapt or respond to survive (Change) How we use signs and symbols to communicate che literal and figurative interpretations of symbols. (perspective, Connection) How different communities interpret symbols People s access to resources around the world Limited resources are shared with other living things. How we use limited resources in everyday life (Function) Knowledgeable, Open minded, Inquirer, Principled Communicators, Reflective, Risk taker Communicator, Thinker Reflective, Caring Balanced, Reflective Respect, Tolerance, Empathy Independence, Creativity Curiosity, Empathy Appreciation, Enthusiasm Confidence, Creativity Independence; Integrity
Grade Three 8 9 years old spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Where we are in place & 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 individuals and civilizations, from local and global How we express ways in values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. natural natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of communities; the structure and function of activities and their impact on humankind and the 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. Rights and responsibilities need to be maintained for peaceful human interactions and relationships. Human exploration leads to discovery and develops new understandings. People use the performing arts to express their thoughts, values, and feelings. People use their knowledge of how forces work in society Communities provide interconnected services designed to meet people s needs. Energy is essential to all life. Form, Perspective, Responsibility Causation, Reflection, Perspective Perspective, Function Function, Causation, Connection Causation, Connection Form, Connection, Reflection rights, roles, citizenship discovery, exploration collaboration, inspiration forces, efficiency networks, community creation, production harnessing Responsibility comes in many forms Rights and responsibilities change in different situations Actions can have wide ranging effects Reasons for exploration (Causation) How explorations have taken place over time (Reflection) How exploration impacts a society The ways emotions are expressed The ways values are reflected in the performing arts (Function) The different ways in which people convey their ideas creatively Different types of forces at work in our everyday life Effects of forces on objects How these forces are used to our advantage (function & connection) Reasons people live in the local community (Causation/Connection) Planning services for a community (Function) The interconnected relationship of services Forms of energy (Form) The energy cycle Our energy choices (Reflection) Principled, Caring Open minded, Inquirer Communicator, Risk taker Thinker, Knowledgeable Knowledgeable, Caring Thinker, Inquirer Commitment, Respect Tolerance, Curiosity Appreciation, Creativity Enthusiasm, Confidence Cooperation, Empathy Empathy, Respect, Appreciation
Grade Four 9 10 years old nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; 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 How we express ways in values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. natural natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of How we organise communities; the structure and function of activities and their impact on humankind and the 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. Beliefs influence the way humans act and interact. The development of civilizations over time influences the way we live today. Visual artists choose many ways to express their ideas. Natural changes in the earth s structure and atmosphere affect the environment and society. Business survival depends on the ability to produce marketable goods and services. People can establish practices in order to sustain and maintain the Earth s resources. connection, perspective, reflection change, causation, connection perspective, reflection, form form, causation, reflection function, responsibility, connection, responsibility, reflection Conceps religion, tradition, diversity consequences, discovery, geography respond, interpretation, creative, risks tectonic plate movement. wealth, distribution, interdependence, graphic representation, exchange interdependence, conservation Different belief systems have developed over time (Reflection) Beliefs contribute to a person s identity Personal experiences influence the beliefs people have Aspects of past civilizations that have survived Reasons these systems and technologies developed (causation ) Why modern societies continue to use adaptations of these systems and technologies Implications for the future How the variety of mediums are used by artists How ideas can be expressed through art. How visual artists work invites a response from viewers (reflection) Structure of the Earth Natural events that may occur when the earths structure and atmosphere change (causation ) Human preparedness and responses to natural phenomena (reflection) Goods and services in our daily lives (function) Marketability (function) Business ethics The relationship between living things and natural environments Human use of the natural environment Actions that benefit or harm the local environment open minded, reflective, caring knowledgeable, inquirers reflective, risk takers, inquirers, thinkers, knowledgeable principled, risk taker caring, principled appreciation, tolerance, empathy enthusiasm, curiosity, commitment appreciation, confidence, creativity curiosity, independence, confidence cooperation, integrity, commitment curiosity, respect
Grade Five 10 11 years old spiritual health; including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Where we are in place & 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 How we express ways in values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. How the World Works natural natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of communities; the structure and function of activities and their impact on humankind and the 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. Personal well being is dependant on a complex balance of interconnected systems. Human migration tells the story of people around the world. Media can influence our self expression and perceptions of others. The design of buildings and structures is dependent upon environmental factors, human ingenuity, and available materials. Government systems influence the lives of citizens. EXHIBITION Form, Responsibility, Function Change, Perspective, Causation Form, Perspective, Reflection Form, Function, Connection Form, Function, Responsibility All Growth, Relationships History, Relationship, Prejudice, Acculturation, Assimilation Creativity, Diversity, Stereotypes Design, Technology, Sustainability Government, Rights Rights, Authority, Education, Freedom, Justice Concept of wellbeing (Form) Factors that contribute to the well being (Form, Causation) Personal issues affecting our well being (Responsibility, Causation) Migration involves journeys (Causation) People move and build new homes and lives (Change) Migration is a story of personal history through time Different types of media The influence of media on our perceptions and self expression (Perspective, reflection) Identifying, questioning, and reflecting on our media influences (Reflection, perspective) Considerations to take into account when building a structure (Form, Function) The impact of buildings and structures on the environment Local architecture and its connection with the needs of the community and availability of materials (Form, Function, Connection) Types of governance (Form) How government systems work (Function) Impact of government on citizens (Responsibility) Caring, Reflective, Balanced Risk taker, Open minded, Communicator Open minded,caring, Reflective Inquirer, Thinkers, Knowledgeable Knowledgeable, Principled, Thinker Integrity, Respect, Independence, Confidence Empathy, Tolerance, Commitment Creativity, Tolerance, Appreciative, Respect, Independence Curiosity, Independence, Creativity Cooperation, Commitment, Curiosity, Integrity