PRESCHOOL Unit Topics 2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 Back to School Unit 9 What will school be like? Let s get to know our teachers and new friends. Don t forget, we need to learn the rules too! I Can Grow Unit 1 I was little. Now I am big. Let s look at how we ve changed from a baby to now. Sometimes I m Glad, Sometimes I m Mad Unit 2 Everyone has different feelings at different times. How are you feeling today? All About Me Unit 10 This is me! This is what makes me special. This is my family! Let s get to know about each other. Meet My Family and Friends Unit 17 Who is in your family? Who are your friends? How many boys? How many girls? What do you like to do? Let s find out! The Changing Tree Unit 18 Seasons change. We see these changes on the trees. Learn about seasonal changes around us. Community Helpers Unit 3 Many people help us in the community. We will travel around the community to meet those who help us. Make-Believe - Little Red Hen Unit 4 This is a make believe unit that teaches us about manners, helping and feelings. My Body Unit 5 This is my body. How do I help my body grow? How do I help my body stay healthy? Light and Sound: It s All Around Unit 6 Exploring lights and sounds in the community April : Land and Water Unit 7 What can you do on the land? What can you do in the water? Let s explore land and water! Pets Are Animals Unit 8 I have a pet. Do you? What is your pet? How do you take care of a pet? From Here to There Unit 11 A car can take us places. A plane can take us places. So can a bike. Let s learn about ways to travel. Make Believe - Goldilocks and the Three Bears Unit 12 Learn about sizes, opposites, bears, family members and manners in this make believe unit. I Can See, I Can Hear, I Can Smell Unit 13 We use our senses to learn. Let s use our senses to learn about good health and foods. That s a Pretty Flower Unit 14 How do plants and flowers grow? In this unit we will plant seeds and watch them grow. It s Raining, It s Pouring Unit 15 Springtime brings weather changes. What is the weather today? Sunny? Rainy? Cool? Or hot? Down on the Farm Unit 16 What will you see on a farm? See the big tractor. Can you name the animals? It s all about fun on the farm. Construction Unit 19 A builder uses many tools. A builder has many machines. Let s learn about building. Make Believe The Three Little Pigs Unit 20 During make believe activities, we learn about homes; homes for people, homes for animals too! Dental Health Unit 21 How do I keep my teeth healthy? Brush, brush, brush. Good food helps my teeth too. Butterflies and Caterpillars Unit 22 How does a caterpillar become a butterfly? Let s watch it grow and see the change. Space Unit 23 What s up in the sky? Can you see the stars, the Sun and the Moon? We ll travel into Space to learn about the sky. Zoo/Wild Animals Unit 24 Lions and tigers and bears oh, my! Where can we find these wild animals?
2014 2015 ELEM (K 2) INT (3 5) MIDDLE (6 8) HS (9 12) Unit 1 I Can Follow the Rules Introduction to authority figures and rules we have at school We Have Rules and Laws Introduction to community, state and national laws and their purposes The Foundation of Freedom Basic freedoms of the Declaration of Independence as it applies to our lives The Constitution and Me Basic rights of the Constitution with implications for daily lives Unit 2 Past Presidents Basic awareness and understanding of our country s presidents Living in Early America Basic introduction to early and Native American lives American Heroes Introduction to selected Americans and how they have contributed People Make Our Country Strong A diverse look at people and cultures in America Unit 3 Unit 4 Health Tell Me About the Weather Basic understanding of daily weather terms I Can Be Healthy Introduction to healthy practices Our Changing Weather Basic understanding of weather conditions and temperatures Staying Healthy Basic review of healthy practices Weather Reports Overview of weather conditions, temperatures and interpretations for our lives Healthy Habits Start Now Basic understanding of healthy practices for teens Changing Weather; Changing Activities A look at how weather affects our daily activities and clothing choices Healthy Hygiene, Healthy Me Basic health and grooming skills needed for a lifetime Unit 5 I Belong to a Family Basic review of family units and activities My State Exploration of own state facts, geography and symbols Our Country Long Ago A comparison study of early America to our life today of the United States A basic history of the U.S. from 1492 to present Unit 6 Unit 7 It Takes Energy Basic exploration of what makes things move or work Where People Work Basic exploration of jobs as they relate to locations within a community What Is It Made Of? Basic study of matter with a focus on materials we can recycle It Comes From Earth Study of Earth s natural resources and how they are used What s That Sound? Study of sound and the ways we use sound in our lives On the Move A look at how, why and where people move Using Electricity Basic study of electricity and its uses in our daily lives Changes All Around Us A look at how human activity impacts the world we live in Unit 8 Plants Can Grow Basic study of plants and their needs and uses Plants We Eat Study of plants as food people eat Plants in Gardens and Fields Study of plants as part of the food pyramid Living With Plants Study of plants, where they live and how they change
2015 2016 ELEM (K 2) INT (3 5) MIDDLE (6 8) HS (9 12) Unit 9 This Is My School Study of the roles of school authority figures; Use of tools in school We Have Leaders Focus on local, state and national leaders and roles We Live in the United States Addresses rights and freedoms when living in the U.S.A. I Am a U.S. Citizen Basic look at rights and responsibilities of citizens Unit 10 Animals in Their Homes A look at common animals and the habitats where they live Plants and Animals Around Us Introduction to ecosystems and the food chain What Is an Ecosystem? Basic understanding of the ecosystems in the U.S.A. Knowing our Ecosystem Basic study of the ecosystems including plants and animals Unit 11 City and Country A comparison of city life and rural living Traveling Around Follow the Lincoln Highway to learn about cities and maps Getting to Know the United States A look at regions of the U.S.A.; Exploration through travel Places to Live and Work Basic study of industry and agriculture in locations of the U.S.A. Unit 12 Unit 13 Unit 14 Unit 15 Unit 16 See It, Feel It, Describe It Understanding of the senses and associated body parts/functions I Live in a Community Basic understanding of the community as a place to live, work and have fun Tools at School Basis awareness of tools that help us make things at school, home, community We All Work Together Understanding early traits for cooperative work and play I Can Help the Earth Basic awareness of the ways to help our environment Sorting for Recycling Basic understanding of materials that can be recycled Communities Near and Far Exploration of the local community and comparison to others far away Technology in the Community Basic understanding of electricity that we use in our lives I Can Make Good Choices Recognizing that we have choices and how to make smart choices Water, Water, Everywhere Basic understanding of the water cycle and uses of water in our lives Combining and Cooking Introduction to physical changes through recipes; Focus on use of recipes It s a Big World A comparison of other cultures with the U.S.A. and ways our culture has been shaped from history Technology in Our Lives A study of ways that we use computers in our lives What Is a Good Citizen? Basic understanding of the responsibilities of citizens to make good choices Caring for Our Good Earth Focus on ways to recycle, reduce and reuse our resources Everyday Energy Basic understanding of energy from sun, water, wind; Electrical and heat energy in our lives Who Are the People in the U.S.A.? Recognition of diversity of people in the U.S.A. and people who help make change Tools That Help Us Every Day Exploration of technology and assistive technology that enables us to do a specific task I Work in My Community Exploration of life choices for living, work and recreation Recycle and Reuse Our Resources Focus on the impact of recycling, reusing and reducing for our environment
2016 2017 ELEM (K 2) INT (3 5) MIDDLE (6 8) HS (9 12) Unit 17 We Are Different, We Are the Same Basic look at diversity by comparing similarities and differences in people Friends in Different Places Basic understanding of cultural differences of people and ways we are alike What Is Equality? Basic understanding of equality by treating people fairly; A look at history related to equality Getting Along With Others Basic application of personal cooperation and conflict resolution with historical references Unit 18 Unit 19 Scientific Inquiry Unit 20 & Unit 21 Unit 22 Unit 23 Economics Unit 24 Look Up in the Sky Basic understanding of the Sun, Moon and stars in relation to day/night, seasons and weather Elementary Science Fair A simple scientific process with easy projects related to Elementary Earth, Life and targets My Country: Yesterday and Today Basic understanding of our country by comparing past with present; Develop a sense of national identity Let s Make a Map Basic skills in making a simple map with understanding of physical features; Creation of a group map of own state Paper, Rock, Scissors Basic recognition of objects by material and properties; Changes that are made to materials Jobs Around Town Basic study of places in a town where people work; Understanding of how people earn money at a job Baby Animals Basic understanding of the life cycle of animals by matching babies with parents Seasons of the Earth Basic understanding of the seasonal changes in relation to weather and the environment Intermediate Science Fair A basic scientific process with simple projects related to Intermediate Earth, Life and targets This Is Our Basic understanding of our government system, including people and events that contribute to our government Land and Water Basic understanding of land and water forms on a map; Study of climate and temperature on a map Make It Move Basic identification of the movement of objects, including position, speed; Forces that make movement (push, pull) Where Can I Buy It? Basic understanding of community stores and businesses where we can buy specific things; Study of banking Life Cycles of Plants and Animals Basic understanding of the life cycles of plants and animals, including people This Is the Solar System Basic understanding of the Earth as part of the Solar System; Features of the Earth Middle School Science Fair A multi-step scientific process with basic projects related to Middle School Earth, Life and targets Events in Basic timeline of events in our country s history which lead to our democratic government; A look at our nation s capital Our Neighbors in Mexico and Canada Basic understanding of North American locations, landforms, climate and vegetation Is It Hot? Is It Cold? Basic understanding of changes in matter based on hot and cold temperatures I Want a Job Basic understanding of how money is earned at a job; How money is spent on things we need and want in our community I Look Like My Parents Basic understanding of heredity within animals, including people; Categories of animals A Look at Natural Disasters Basic understanding of geological events and natural disasters that affect our lives High School Science Fair A multi-step scientific process with group projects related to High School Earth, Life and targets This Is Basic understanding of historical events that led to the birth of our country and the government we have Find It in the World Basic understanding of world locations and significant events or sites Moving Fast! Moving Careful! Basic understanding of motion by speed, time and direction; Energies that make things move Help Wanted! A basic exploration of job preferences with an understanding of how money is earned at a job As I Grow Up Basic understanding of human factors related to heredity, health and nutrition in teenage years
Transition Unit Topics 2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 Understanding Laws Unit 9 Protection of self, rights of the disabled, rights in the workplace (ADA); Understanding abuse Ready for Work Unit 1 Interacting positively with supervisors and co-workers; Becoming part of the work team; Understanding your role at work Feelings and Emotions Unit 2 Understanding the different feelings we have, expressing them and handling them in an appropriate adult manner Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco Unit 3 Effects and issues concerning the use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco by yourself and others Personal Grooming Unit 4 Reinforcing how personal grooming is important to personal health, relationships and employment My Community Unit 5 Accessing community resources: Arranging transportation; Rules in the community Mind Your Manners Unit 6 Being polite; Getting rid of bad habits; Using good manners at the table, in conversation and in the community Leisure Time Unit 7 Exploring recreation and leisure-type activities, clubs, interests and hobbies; How to handle down-time Restaurant Skills Unit 8 Ordering meals, paying the bill, tipping; Appropriate table manners in public; Restaurant choices and menus Making Decisions Unit 10 Learning a process for making decisions based on pros and cons; Understanding what is realistic for me; Doing the right thing My Body and Me Unit 11 Boyfriend/girlfriend what that means, how the relationship develops, responsibilities Kitchen Safety Unit 12 Identifying and recognizing kitchen tools and appliances; Understanding their functions and using them safely First-Aid Unit 13 Understanding and using basic first-aid to care for minor cuts, burns and scrapes; Differentiating between health care situations that are emergencies and non-emergencies Clothing and Laundry Care Unit 14 Learning skills and sequences for laundry care; Understanding laundry products, how they are used and what they do; Reading clothing labels in relation to laundry Nutrition Unit 15 Using the food pyramid to plan a balanced diet; Personalizing food choices, proper food portions and making healthier choices Relationships Unit 16 Exploring relationships with family, friends, co-workers, acquaintances and strangers; Discussing appropriate touch, trust and topics to discuss the various relationships Personal Health Care Unit 17 How to know when I am sick; Handling common illnesses; Taking medications; Medical appointments Housekeeping Unit 18 Skills for housekeeping with task analysis procedures Phone Talk Unit 19 Making and answering phone calls, telephone etiquette, taking simple messages; Ordering food; Seeking assistance Self-Advocacy Unit 20 Person-centered planning; Decision making assessments; Who can help me? Dress for Success Unit 21 Shopping for clothing, determining appropriate clothing sizes and fit, selecting clothing for the occasion Keeping My Home Safe Unit 22 Home safety rules; Making simple repairs; Upkeep to maintain your home Personal Safety Unit 23 Recognizing emergency situations, knowing who to contact, how to respond Future Living Options Unit 24 Exploring, deciding on and taking action towards personal living opportunities; Responsibilities for various living options (roommates, living alone); Setting up a living space what is needed? how much? where to find it, how to pay for it