Who We Are
4 weeks
Central idea
Structured systems are effective for society.
Key concepts
Perspective, Responsibility, Form
Related concepts
Science and Technology- discovery
Social Studies- citizenship , classroom community, representation
Line of inquiry
1. The importance of rules and laws in society.
2. All citizens have rights and responsibilities.
3. How systems work and function.
Where We Are In Time and Place
6 weeks
Central idea
Water impacts life on earth.
Key concepts
Change, Function, Responsibility
Related concepts
Science and Technology- resources, sustainability
Function- Behaviour, Role
Line of inquiry
1. Conservation influences water supply.
2. Changes develop over time.
3. Relationship between the water cycle and life on Earth.
How We Express Ourselves
6 weeks
Central idea
Ancient contributions influence present day life
Key concepts
Connection, Causation, Change
Related concepts
English- communication, creativity, ideas, illustrations, research, written
Connection- Relationships
Function- choices
Perspective- beliefs
Line of inquiry
1. The impact of natural disasters on economics
2. Factors that impact economic choices
3. The connection between natural resources and economics
How The World Works
7 weeks
Central idea
Scientific and Technological advances impact society
Key concepts
Function, Perspective, Connection
Related concepts
English- connection, creativity, ideas
Line of inquiry
1. Simple Machines are used everyday.
2. Ancient Civilizations used simple machines to make work easier.
3. Ancient civilizations contribute to society.
How We Organize Ourselves
8 weeks
Central idea
A community's access to resources guide economic choices
Key concepts
Connection, Function, Perspective
Related concepts
English- communication, creativity, ideas, illustrations, research, written
Connection- Relationships
Function- choices
Perspective- beliefs
Line of inquiry
1. The impact of natural disasters on economics
2. Factors that impact economic choices
3. The connection between natural resources and economics
Sharing the Planet
6 weeks
Central idea
Different interactions affect the environment.
Key concepts
Function, Causation, Change
Related concepts
English- communication, connection, imagination, information, organization, research
Science and Technology- adaptation, behavior, change, characteristics, community
Social Studies- Community, connection, culture, differences
Causation- sequence, impact, cause & effect
Change- adaptation
Function- choices, Interdependence, living Vs non - living
Line of inquiry
1. Impact of the environment affect survival.
2. Impact of resource availability on food webs.
3. The adaptations of animals affect their habitats.