Beaconhouse School System, Clifton Campus Grade V – PYP Curriculum update for the month of March – April 2017.
Unit 5: Transdisciplinary theme
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; the relationship between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.
Enduring Understanding… Central Idea:
Related Vocabulary
Humankind constantly explores new frontiers.
Lines of Inquiry:
What motivates people to explore Exploration leads explorers to invent and discover Impact of discoveries and inventions on communities
Key Concepts: Causation: Students will investigate the reasons behind discoveries and inventions.
exploration discovery motivation impact frontiers dedication break through innovation intellectual property originate pioneering recognition projects design inventors inventions
Connection: Students will understand that actions of any individual affect others. Change: Students will study how discoveries and inventions bring changes locally and globally.
Guiding Questions???? Students through their actions shall:
Take initiatives to discover and explore with a strong vision. Support any new discoveries and inventions at school or community level. Develop self-confidence and not be afraid of failures.
What do you understand by the term ‘Exploration’? What do people achieve through exploration? What conditions lead to inventions and discoveries? Is exploration safer today than in the past? Is there a need for space exploration?