Programme of Inquiry Coromandel Valley Primary September 2018 Reception Who we are Transdisciplinary Theme 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 ; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations, 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 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 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. Central idea Similarities and differences help us understand and others Exploring personal and family histories connects us to the past and helps us understand where we belong. People celebrate in many ways and for many reasons. Understanding the weather helps us make decisions about what we do. Agreements and routines help people get along together. Living things have needs in order to grow and stay healthy. Lines of inquiry Features of people (form) Similarities and differences between and others (Perspective) Personal abilities and interests (Perspective) Communicating and interacting with others (Perspective) Connecting with our family helps us understand the past (connection) Personal stories of the past and present. (reflection) Evidence of how things change over time (Change) Celebrations around the world How and why people celebrate Similarities and differences between various celebrations musical connections to celebration Weather Features (form) Changes in weather (change) The connection between weather and our lives (connection) Making choices and the consequences of those choices. (Causation) in developing and following agreements. () Different environments require different agreements and routines. (Perspective) Characteristics of living and non-living things (form) Our needs and the needs of the other living things (form/responsibility) Our responsibility for the wellbeing of other living things (responsibility) Subject focus Technologies, Japanese, The Arts, Performing Arts, Science, Personal Development, Child Protection Curriculum, Health & Physical Education Sciences, English, Mathematics, The Arts, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education Japanese, The Arts, English, Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Child Protection Curriculum Science, Technologies, The Arts, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education Japanese, English, Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Technologies, The Arts, Performing Arts, Personal Development, Health & Physical Education Science, The Arts, Performing Arts, English, Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Technologies, Japanese, Personal Development
Key Form, Perspective Change, Connection, Function, Perspective Form, Change, Connection Causation, Perspective, Form, Related belief, opinion Child Protection Curriculum: Related concept: Sequences Related : Belonging, relationships evidence Behaviour, Pattern belief and opinion Properties Pattern Maths-Time (seasons/ months) Cycles Relationship between what we do and weather. choices, consequences Child Protection: Contributing to healthy and active communities choice citizenship Learning experiences Communicators, Openminded Attitudes: Empathy, Tolerance, Respecting Inquirers, Thinkers Attitudes:, Enthusiasm Open-minded,, Respect Knowledgeable, Thinkers Attitudes: Creativity, thought Principled, Caring Attitudes: Cooperation, Respect Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Spatial Awareness, Management, Safety, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices, Respecting others, Cooperating Listening, Speaking Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Caring Attitudes: Empathy, Independence, Respect
Year 1 Who we are Transdisciplinary Theme 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 ; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations, 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 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 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. Central idea Understanding the senses helps us learn how to be safe. Over time people adapt to changes in environments. Creativity helps us solve problems, express ideas and feelings in different ways. People can reuse objects and change materials through recycling to save Earth's resources. People trade to get what they need and want. Human actions protect or harm environments that animals live in. Lines of inquiry The function of the senses. (function) Interpreting information from our senses to keep us safe. (connection) Feelings - safe and unsafe emotional reactions. (reflection) Function of places in daily life How and why places change over time Points of view about places that change The concept of creativity) (Form) Puppetry, stories and animation to consider different points of view and feelings (Perspective) Recognising and interpreting feelings through words, sounds, images, movement (Refection) personal choices to reduce, reuse and recycle. Reasons for trading. Different ways of trading. Markets and other trading places around the World Types of habitats (form) Similarities and differences between habitats (connection) Caring for animals in their habitats (responsibility) Subject focus Science, English, Technologies, Mathematics, Japanese, The Arts, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum Mathematics, Personal Development, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Technologies, The Arts The Arts, English, Technologies, Performing Arts, Sciences, Mathematics, Science, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum The Arts, Mathematics, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Technologies, English, Health & Physical Education Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Technologies, The Arts, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum English, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Technologies, Mathematics Key Function, Connection, Function, Change, Perspective Form, Perspective, Causation, Change, Function, Causation, Change Form, Connection, Related perspective safety communication messages Students will investigate the function places that people care about in their daily lives. interpretation, thinking, respect, opinion Systems and trading, economics, communication Features, similarities, differences
cause and effect Japanese: Introduction of sense words and safety words e.g. stop,help, go, eyes, ears, see, hear... Performing arts: Role-play safety and recognising warning signs. Songs about the senses. adaptation transformation students will use digital devices to record images and comments about different people's opinions to changing spaces in the school, e.g shared space and developing a nature play area next to the JP sandpit. thinking, creativity, innovation, Impact, sequences and patterns relationships, interdependence care, respect, protection Learning experiences Thinkers, Communicators, Attitudes: Cooperation, Empathy, Respect Evaluation Inquirers, Caring Attitudes: Cooperation, Empathy Thinkers, Communicators, Open-minded, Risk-takers (Courageous), Confidence, Creativity,, Enthusiasm, Respect Observing, Planning Thinking Skills: Analysis, Synthesis, Evaluation, Dialectical thought, Metacognition Social Skills: Respecting others, Cooperating Communicators, Principled, Caring Attitudes: Commitment, Integrity, Respect Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Spatial Awareness, Management, Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Open-minded, Risk-takers (Courageous) Cooperation,, Enthusiasm, Respect, Tolerance Observing, Presenting Social Skills: Respecting others, Group decision making, Adopting a variety of group roles Inquirers, Thinkers, Caring Attitudes:, Respect Analysis, Evaluation
Year 2 Who we are Transdisciplinary Theme 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 ; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations, 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 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 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. Central idea Choices and decisions affect health and wellbeing. Over time people connect with different places near and far. People explore different art styles and techniques to express themselves. People rely on light and sound in daily life. Communities develop transportation systems to meet their needs. Water is a natural resource required for survival. Lines of inquiry Health, safety and wellbeing () Choices (perspective) Decision making processes (causation) Personal connection to places near and far Reasons why people connect to places. Features and locations of places in our world (mapping) Different art forms, styles and techniques (form) Art in our lives () Art appreciation (Perspective) Properties of light and sound Responsible use of light and sound. Impact of light and sound on daily life The purpose of transport. Types of transport. How and why systems of transport change. People and transport Sources of water (form) Dependence on water (uses) (connection) Properties of water (form) Responsible use of water (responsibility) Subject focus Science, Health & Physical Education, Technologies, The Arts, Performing Arts, Child Protection Curriculum Sciences, Technologies, Japanese, Science, The Arts, Child Protection Curriculum The Arts, English, Sciences, Science, Technologies, Japanese, Performing Arts, Child Protection Curriculum, Mathematics Science, Technologies, Performing Arts English, Sciences, Technologies, Mathematics, Science, Child Protection Curriculum Sciences, English, Mathematics, Science, Technologies, The Arts, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education Key Causation, Perspective, Function, Causation, Connection Form, Perspective, Function, Causation, Function, Change, Connection Form, Connection, Related Consequences - There are consequences for choices we make. Choice Values place, features, divisions, geography cause and effect significance Structure, pattern, similarities, techniques Interpretation, opinion. Interpretation, justification. role, patterns, systems - batteries and bulbs In mathematics students can explore patterns through include child protection and safety strategies when using public transport Structure, properties water cycle, systems Values Sustainability
Interconnections, systems, relationships, networks recording sounds they create with different objects Rights to fresh drinking water (global and indigenous perspective) When investigating light students will explore how distance and strength of light sources can change through movement and blocking sources of light Through working in groups, students will explore different roles people play when working as scientists. reliance, impact Learning experiences Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Balanced Attitudes: Commitment, Independence, Respect Healthy Lifestyles, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices, Respecting Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators Commitment,, Enthusiasm, Independence Thinking Skills: Application, Analysis Inquirers, Open-minded, Risk-takers (Courageous), Creativity, Empathy, Enthusiasm Presenting Inquirers, Thinkers Attitudes: Confidence, Principled, Balanced, Commitment, Cooperation, Creativity,, Enthusiasm Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Spatial Awareness, Management, Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices Presenting Inquirers, Thinkers, Principled
Year 3 Who we are Transdisciplinary Theme 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 ; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations, 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 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 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. Central idea Rights and responsibilities shape and strengthen relationships. Over time children explore and learn through play. People of all cultures express themselves in different ways. Time and human activity is determined by the Earth's patterns of movement around the sun. People develop systems, participate, co-operate and practice to achieve success. Living things change and depend on each other in the Lines of inquiry Relationships in our lives The role of rights and responsibilities in relationships The importance of communication within relationships Rights and responsibilities within families The purpose and value of play in children's lives Factors that affect and change how children play (technology, geographic factors) Indigenous, local and global perspectives of learning through play Different Art forms The relationship between artistic expression and different cultures Cultural celebrations in the past and present Expression of ideas through performance The concept of time. Relationship between Sun, Earth and Moon Cause of day and night Connections between shadows and movement Connections between human activity and the Earth's movement An inquiry into the individual responsibilities within a team An inquiry into how teams function effectively An inquiry into the back stories of success Lifecycles represent change Connections between living things Features of living, once living and products of living things Subject focus English, Sciences, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum Technologies, Science, Sciences, The Arts, Performing Arts, Child Protection Curriculum, Health & Physical Education Technologies, English, Performing Arts, The Arts Mathematics, Science, English, Technologies Sciences, English, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum, Mathematics English, Science, Mathematics, The Arts, Technologies Key Causation, Connection, Function, Change, Perspective Form, Causation, Perspective Causation, Connection Function,, Form, Change, Connection Related Consequences behaviour curiosity Expression Appreciation Voice, Movement, Rhythm, Percussion, Pattern Consequences and Patterns Systems and Relationships Systems - team work/ individual Growth - change will be measured during
Child Protection Curriculum: Relationships and Keeping safe exploration role communication wonder significance cycles growth technology interpretations, culture Participation and practice (Back stories) Success Systems Participation and practice Success Mathematics and observed within Science. Cycles - change will be measured during Mathematic, observed within Science, and explained within English. Relationships - Students will observe relationships between living things. opinion beliefs truth fun Learning experiences Principled, Attitudes: Empathy, Respect, Respecting Communicators, Openminded Attitudes: Creativity, Open-minded, Risk-takers (Courageous) Attitudes: Confidence, Creativity, Independence Inquirers, Knowledgeable Attitudes: Cooperation, Risktakers (Courageous), Balanced Attitudes: Enthusiasm, Tolerance Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Spatial Awareness, Management, Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices Inquirers, Knowledgeable Empathy, Respect Analysis
Year 4 Who we are Transdisciplinary Theme 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 ; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations, 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 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 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. Central idea People can learn different skills in a variety of ways to support depth of understanding Settlement changes people and places over time. Stories are shared in a variety of ways to inform and entertain. Investigating forces and motion help us to understand how things work. Communities develop systems to provide services that meet people's different needs. Marine plants and animals depend on each other and the environment to survive. Lines of inquiry Different ways people learn Rules, processes and procedures that help us learn Learning is a shared responsibility Evaluating my thoughts and skills Different reasons for settlement Life of Indigenous people before and after settlement The effects of interactions on Indigenous people and settlers and the environment Ways of communicating and presenting stories Importance and value of stories Storytelling, past, present and future Scientific investigation process (function) How force affects the motion of objects (causation) Forces (form) Define a community (form) 'Buildings and structures' within a community. (form) Services, facilities and their function within a community. (function) Interconnection of services, facilities and systems within a community (connection) Types of marine ecosystems (form) Responsible actions to protect marine environments (responsibility) Effects of human interactions on ecosystems (perspective) Subject focus Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum, English, Technologies Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Performing Arts English, Sciences, Technologies, The Arts, Performing Arts Performing Arts, Mathematics, Personal Development, Science, Technologies English, Sciences, Technologies, Mathematics, Science, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum Mathematics, Science, Technologies, English, The Arts Key Connection,, Causation, Change, Perspective Change, Perspective, Form, Function, Causation Form, Function, Connection Form, Perspective, Related Metacognition Systems cause and effect impact consequences evolution of story telling viewpoints Properties, structure, similarities and differences. Systems, roles and patterns.
Students to discuss growth mindset and the importance of responsibility on learning. time scales cause and effect beliefs review, interpretation, behaviour systems, interdependence, relationships Learning experiences Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Open-minded, Management, Safety, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices Knowledgeable, Openminded Attitudes: Empathy, Tolerance Comprehension, Analysis, Synthesis, Dialectical thought Speaking, Reading, Writing, Presenting Inquirers, Communicators, Risk-takers (Courageous) Inquirers, Thinkers Attitudes: Creativity, thought, Respecting Inquirers, Thinkers, Communicators Cooperation, Creativity, Respecting Caring, Attitudes: Empathy, Respect Thinking Skills: Analysis, Synthesis Reading
Year 5 Who we are Transdisciplinary Theme 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 ; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations, 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 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 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. Central idea Exploring and understanding diversity builds resilience and inclusivity. Historic milestones change society. Advertising is designed to influence choices. Investigating how things work helps design solutions to problems. Meeting consumer demands and sustaining the environment creates a dilemma in society. Global balance is determined by decisions and actions people take. Lines of inquiry Diversity - similarities and differences Inclusive behaviours Resilience Historic milestones - Australia and the world How historic milestones change society. Communicating research and opinions The role of words, images and sounds - Function and causation Influence, persuasion and personal response (audience). - Perspective Legal responsibilities related to advertising - Function and causation Investigating engineering principles (form, function) Designing solutions (function) Evaluating outcomes ( reflection) The relationship between consumer choices and the environment (connection) Economic and environmental considerations (perspective) The dilemma of responsible decision making (responsibility) Lines of Inquiry will be determined by students in the process of defining their inquiry. Subject focus Japanese, Health & Physical Education, Child Protection Curriculum, Humanities & Social Sciences Sciences, English, Science, Mathematics, Japanese, Performing Arts, The Arts The Arts, English, Performing Arts, Science Science, Technologies, Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences Sciences The Arts, English, Mathematics, Science, Sciences, Technologies, Japanese, Performing Arts, Health & Physical Education Key Connection, Perspective, Causation, Change, Connection Function, Causation, Perspective Form, Function, Connection, Perspective, Form, Function, Causation, Change, Connection, Perspective,, Related Relationships and harmony are the related underpinning this unit. cause and effect impact communication, pattern, influence impact Structure, similarities, differences review, comparison interdependence, balance, dilemma Dilemma plan their inquiry.
Subjectivity, truth, beliefs, opinion, prejudice. We anticipate that all of these will be addressed at some point in this unit. The opportunity to address citizenship, values and justice is provided in this unit. consequences Adaptation milestones relationships interdependence significance - what makes an event significant? opinion, subjectivity, design Learning experiences Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring Cooperation, Empathy, Respect, Tolerance Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Spatial Awareness, Management, Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Empathy Presenting Codes of Behaviour Reading, Writing, Viewing, Presenting Inquirers, Communicators, Attitudes: Cooperation, Creativity, Inquirers, Thinkers, Attitudes: Cooperation, Creativity, Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Communicators, Openminded, Attitudes: Commitment, Cooperation, Integrity, Respecting Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers (Courageous), Balanced, Commitment, Confidence, Cooperation, Creativity,, Empathy, Enthusiasm, Independence, Integrity, Respect, Tolerance
Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Spatial Awareness, Management, Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Codes of Behaviour, Informed Choices, Respecting