Unit of Inquiry


Belief Systems  

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, communicates, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.

Central Idea: Our actions and attitudes reflect the beliefs we hold.

Concepts: Form, Connection, Perspective

Lines of Inquiry:
1) People express their beliefs in different ways
2) Similarities and differences in belief systems
3) Being tolerant of other people’s perspectives

Learner Profile: Open-minded, Reflective.
Attitudes: Empathy, Appreciation, Tolerance.


Energy   (Start- 10th November 2016)

How the World Works
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.

Central Idea: Energy exists in different forms and works in many ways.

Concepts: Form, Function, Causation

Lines of Inquiry:
1) Different forms of energy
2) The ways we use energy
3) The impact of energy on our world.

Learner Profile: Principled, Knowledgeable.
Attitudes: Integrity, Curiosity.





Shape of a Leader  (Start- 10th August 2016)

Where We Are in Place and Time
An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories, home and journeys, the discoveries, explorations and migrations of mankind, the relationships between and the interconnectedness of the individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.

Central Idea: People have played a leading role in society which has resulted in change

Concepts: Change, Perspective, Responsibility

Lines of Inquiry
1) The attributes of a leader
2) How leaders affect change
3) Responsibility of leaders

Learner Profile: Thinker, Caring, Balanced
Attitudes: Cooperation, Independence, Commitment.





Peace and Conflict (February 2016)

Sharing the Planet
An inquiry into the 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: The actions and attitudes of individuals and communities create peace or conflict.

Concepts: Perspective, Causation, Responsibility

Lines of Inquiry:
1) The causes and impact of conflict
2) Different perspectives lead to different understandings.
3) Creating a culture of peace within a community.

Learner Profile: Inquirer, Open-minded.
Attitudes: Respect, Tolerance.





Grade 4 - Art Mirrors Life  (Start- 21st September 2015) 

How We Express Ourselves
An inquiry into the ways 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 aesthetics.

Central Idea:
Gr. 4: Artistic expression is influenced by the society in which we live.

Concepts: Connection, Perspective

Lines of Inquiry
1) The interrelationship between society and the arts
2) Personal connections to the arts

Learner Profile: Risk taker, Communicator
Attitudes: Appreciation, Creativity, Enthusiasm.




Marketplace   (Start- 18th April 2016)

How We Organize Ourselves
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human–made systems and communities; the structure and the function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and on the environment

Central Idea: Markets exist in order to fulfill the needs and wants of a community.

Concepts: Form, Function, Reflection

Lines of inquiry:
1) The development and marketing of a product or service
2) How a marketplace functions
3) Decision making in an economic system

Learner Profile: Reflective, Communicator, Inquirer.
Attitudes: Enthusiasm, Confidence, Co-operation.

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