Second Grade IB PYP Unit of Inquiry-Unit 2
Transdisciplinary Theme: (Interconnected, applicable to all subjects and applied to real life)
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; and the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
Central Idea: (What we want students to understand)
Living things and nature cause change.
What lines of inquiry will define the scope of the inquiry into the central idea?
Key Concepts: (What we want students to understand)
change, form, connection
Related Concepts:
environment, geographical changes, transformation
Transdisciplinary Skills:
Research skills: observing, collecting data, presenting research findings
Thinking skills: comprehension, synthesis, application
Learner Profile: (We strive to be….)
knowledgeable, thinkers
Attitudes: (We want students to feel, value and demonstrate…..)
creativity, confidence
Transdisciplinary Theme: (Interconnected, applicable to all subjects and applied to real life)
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; and the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
Central Idea: (What we want students to understand)
Living things and nature cause change.
What lines of inquiry will define the scope of the inquiry into the central idea?
- How things in the natural world change over time (CHANGE)
- How humankind affects the world around them (CONNECTION)
- How people use the surrounding environment for their needs (FORM)
Key Concepts: (What we want students to understand)
change, form, connection
Related Concepts:
environment, geographical changes, transformation
Transdisciplinary Skills:
Research skills: observing, collecting data, presenting research findings
Thinking skills: comprehension, synthesis, application
Learner Profile: (We strive to be….)
knowledgeable, thinkers
Attitudes: (We want students to feel, value and demonstrate…..)
creativity, confidence
Unit 1: Who We Are
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.
Central Idea
Citizens rely on their beliefs and values to stand up for their rights and the rights of others.
Lines of Inquiry
An inquiry into…
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.
Central Idea
Citizens rely on their beliefs and values to stand up for their rights and the rights of others.
Lines of Inquiry
An inquiry into…
- Why people need rules and laws
- What makes a good leader
- How people stand up for civil and human rights
Transdisciplinary Skills - Communication Skills: speaking, presenting
- Social Skills: accepting responsibility, respecting others, resolving conflict
- Key Concepts- Responsibility, Causation, Perspective
- Learner Profile: principled, caring, and open-minded
- Related Concepts- diversity, justice, rules/laws
- Attitudes-respect, empathy, tolerance