Stowe Elementary Programme of Inquiry

Stowe Elementary Programme of Inquiry

Grade Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. s. 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 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 An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. Kdg The five senses help us explore the world around us. Homes are constructed based on climate and technological advances. Illustrations as an art illuminate storytelling. Humans play a role in protecting the habitats of plants and animals. Community members establish Roles and responsibilities to meet their needs. Natural provide products that meet our needs and may before they reach us. -the five senses -how my senses help me learn about the world -individual s with our senses -how shelter is constructed -different types of homes -how technology has d homes -elements of a story -tools used by artists -how authors and illustrators work together to tell stories -what a habitat is -interactions and needs of plants and animals -how plants and animals the environmen -community roles -services provided -needs of community -exploration of natural -processing of natural -our with natural (Related Concepts: classification, adaptations) (Related Concepts: climate, technology) (Related Concepts: pictures, imagination) (Related Concepts: habitat, ecosystem, interdependence) (Related Concepts:, citizenship) (Related Concepts:, ) Thinking Skills Communication Skills Communication Skills Research Skills Thinking Skills Self-Management Skills Social Skills Thinking Skills Social Skills Communication Skills Self-Management Skills Research Skills open-minded Learner profile creativity

Grade Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. s. 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 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 An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. 1st Choices individuals make affect relationship with others. Discoveries bring about s that may improve the quality of life. Celebrations provide a way to honor important events and people of a culture. Forces that affect balance and motion help us to develop systems that simplify work. People ex currency for goods and services. Living things adapt to their environment to survive. - types of relationship -how our words and actions impact others -what to do when problems occur -similarities and differences between old and new -purpose of inventions -reasons for -ways different cultures honor people and events -why people celebrate -cultures have unique and similar ways to honor people and events -characteristics of balance and motion -forces that impact balance and motion -development and uses of simple machines -needs vs wants -types and purpose of currency -goods and services around the world -characteristics and needs of living things -types of adaptations -circumstances that lead to adaptation (Related Concepts: conflict, communication) (Related Concepts: innovation, history (Related Concepts: traditions, diversity) (Related Concepts: physics, gravity, systems) (Related Concepts: consumption, production) (Related Concepts: living things, adaptations) Social skills Communication skills Thinking skills Communication skills Thinking skills Social skills Research skills Self-Management skills Social skills Communication skills Research skills Communication skills open minded Learner Profile: creativity

Grade Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How we organize ourselves An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human s. 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 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 An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. 2nd Family heritage influences personal beliefs and values. Forces in nature generate based on variables of geographical regions. Stories as a way to communicate values and lessons. The world around us is composed of matter which can go through various s. Governments provide a structure for its people. Diversity of life within an ecosystem helps ensure the health of the -family points of view -how families influence beliefs and values -s between family and heritage -natural forces and their link to natural disasters -variables based on geographic regions -the economic impact of natural disasters -genres -purpose of fables and folktales -comparison of stories -characteristics of liquids -characteristics of solids -interactions of solids and liquids -purpose of government -basics of democracy -roles and rights of citizens -roles of plants and animals -food chains -impact of humans on ecosystems (Related concepts: social organization, culture) (Related concepts: geography, weather) (Related concepts: interpretation, creativity) (Related concepts: properties, solids, liquids) (Related concepts: systems, legislation, citizenship) (Related concepts: interaction, dependence) open minded creativity

Grade Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human s. 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 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 human-made systems and communities; the structure and of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. 3rd Choices in rest, nutrition, and exercise contribute to a healthy lifestyle. People explore the world which cultivates global s. Natural provide products that meet our needs and may before they reach us. All living things go through a process of. Economic systems and conditions guide decision making. Conflict management skills promote a peaceful navigation of disagreements within relationships. - exploration of healthy choices -nutrition based on need -global s on health -the types of geographic tools available to locate and analyse ination -the climate in different regions of the world -similarities and differences between physical and cultural characteristics of a region -exploration of natural -processing of natural -our with natural -life cycles -environmental impact on plants and animal traits -how living things adapt to their environment -economic concepts -conditions of economic systems -choices consumers make - conflict resolution -communication during conflicts -differing points of view may spark conflict (Related concepts: growth, health) (Related concepts: discovery, culture) (Related concepts:, ) (Related concepts: adaptations, cycles, transation) (Related concepts: systems, supply and demand) (Related concepts:, communication) open-minded s s

Grade Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, 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 relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global s. 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 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 human-made systems and communities; the structure and of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. 4th Systems in our bodies interact to achieve balance. The search for freedom and opportunity may lead to migration and settlement. Poetic devices help us make the between music and poetry. Exploration and management of natural ensures continued access. Governments are organized and determine the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Geographical features and influence the way communities interact with each other. -body systems -reasons people migrate -poetry devices and styles - sources of energy -structure of government - factors that define a region -what is balance -interactions between body systems -past and present migration -effects of migration on communities, cultures, and individuals -process of writing poetry -s between music and poetry -responsible use and management of energy -varying mindsets of energy conservation - of government -responsibilities of government -interdependence among regions -environmental awareness (related concepts: biology, growth) (related concepts: culture, choice) (related concepts: communication, identity) (related concepts: efficiency, conservation) (related concepts: legislation, citizenship) (related concepts:, systems) organizing data speaking open minded creativity

Grade Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human s. 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 of the aesthetic EXHIBITION 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 human-made systems and communities; the structure and of organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution 5th Citizenship may define our role in society and the choices we make. Major events can cause s in local and global s. Critiquing a drama connects the audience with the message. People seek to understand scientific principles. Financial literacy of citizens contributes to the economic stability of an individual and community. People and organisms adapt to their -how rights and freedoms have been attained -s of human rights -how oppressed people seek - major events may bring about conflict and -connecting the effects of current/major events locally and globally -geographical impacts/effects on people -how to be an audience - how to critique a perance -how to communicate your message through a drama - scientific process -controlled experimentation -how scientific investigation impacts people -personal financial literacy -process of an economic community -relationship between the economic community of a country and its citizens financial choice - how organisms adapt to competition -how competition for may lead to conflict -human impact on the environment, (related concepts: freedom, conflict) (related concepts: legislation, communication) (related concept: inference) (related concepts: force, dataanalysis) (related concepts: production, employment) (related concepts: behavior, interaction) open minded