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Hørsholm International SchoolProgramme of
Inquiry 2009-2010
Trans disciplinary Theme 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. 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 relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives. How we express ourselves An inquiry into the ways in which 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 the aesthetic. 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 impacts of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment How we organize ourselves An inquiry into the inter-connectedness of human-made systems and communities the structure and function of organizations societal decision-making economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment. Sharing the Planet An inquiry into 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.
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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
K1 Unit Title A Balanced Day Subject Focus 1.PSE 2.Science Strands 1.Self concept health 2.Living things  Concepts Function, causation, reflection Related concepts Balance, well being CI Making balanced choices enables us to have a healthy lifestyle  Inquiries into - Daily habits and routines - Balanced choices - Consequences of choices   Unit Title My History Subject Focus 1.SS Strands 1.Interaction with others 2.Social organisation Concepts Change Connection Related concepts Social organisation and culture CI Our histories provide an insight into culture, family and ourselves as individuals. Inquiries into -      -My personal history (from baby to K1) -       -My familys history -       -How we document our histories -       -What might we be doing in the future?     Unit Title A tale to tell Subject Focus 1.Social studies 2.PSE Strands 1. Self concept 2. Continuity and change through time Concepts Form, function, connection Related concepts Feelings, Imagination, Similarities, Communication, Freedom CI Stories are to be found in all forms and cultures, they give us pleasure and help our imagination grow. Inquiries into - Different types of stories - Cultural stories and different languages - How stories make us feel - Creating and conveying our own stories   Unit Title Machines Subject Focus 1. Science Strands 1. Materials Matter 2. Forces and energy Concepts Form, Function, Causation Related concepts Mechanics, Technological advances, Properties and uses of materials. CI Simple machines make every day things easier. Inquiries into - What is a simple machine? - How do simple machines work? The way we use simple machines (personal, at home, global) - building our own machines.     Unit Title Our school  Subject Focus 1.Social studies 2.PSE Strands 1. So cial organization culture 2. Human systems economic activities Concepts Function, Form, Connection Related concepts Communities, Roles, Cooperation, Education, Employment, Behaviour, Consequences, Responsibilities CI Schools are organized to help us learn and live together. Inquiries into - The school building grounds -  Who works in our school? -  Routines and systems that help us learn Unit Title Plant relationships Subject Focus 1. Science   Strands 1. Living Things   Concepts Form, Change, Connection   Related concepts Plants, Adaption, Growth, Classification   CI Plants adapt in order to sustain life around other plants   Inquiries into - The structure of a plant - Different forms of plant life- Relationships between plants  
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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
K2 Unit title You and Me Subject Focus 1. Science 2. PSE Strands 1. Living things 2. Self concept/Interaction with others Concepts Form, Function, Reflection Related concepts Growth, similarities/differences, biology, animals   CI Increasing awareness of our personal characteristics and abilities allows our self-identity to develop.   Inquiries into -The human form -Function and abilities of the human body -How I am unique in comparison to other people and animals. Unit Title Homes Subject Focus 1. Social Studies Strands 1. Continuity and change through time 2. Social organisation and culture Concepts Form, Change, Connection Related concepts Chronology, history, innovation, progress   CI There are reasons why homes change over time   Inquiries into -Homes and artifacts in the past -Homes and artifacts now. Unit Title Move your body Subject Focus 1. PSE 2. Drama Strands Self concept/Interaction with others Creative exploration and expression Concepts Form, Function, Reflection Related concepts Feelings, communication, movement sequences, body form, mime, gestures, CI People use their bodies to express ideas and feelings Inquiries into - The use of the body to convey emotions - Using the body to convey ideas - The body as a canvas Unit Title The Blue Planet  Subject Focus 1. Science  Strands 1. Earth and space/Living things   Concepts Form, Function, Causation   Related concepts Geography, systems (water cycle), animals, habitat, ecosystems, plants.   CI The Earth has bodies of water that sustain different forms of life.   Inquiries into Bodies of water on Earth. Where water comes from. Plant and animal life associated with these bodies of water Unit Title Help! Subject Focus 1. Social Studies 2. PSE Strands 1. Human systems and economic activities/Social organization and culture 2. Health and safety Concepts Function, Form, Connection Related concepts Cooperation, employment, authority, risk-taking, well-being CI Emergency Services support the local community Inquiries into - Identifying the Emergency Services -   The structure and function of the organizations -   The relationship between the community and the Emergency Services Unit Title Cant see the wood... Subject Focus 1. Social Studies 2. Science Strands 1. Resources and the environment 2. Living things Concepts Form, Function, Responsibility Related concepts Consumption, sustainability, growth, plants, habitat CI Trees are natural resources that can be used by people and other living things. Inquiries into The form of trees  - The uses of trees   - Our responsibility in maintaining this resource    

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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
Gr 1 Unit Title Children around the world Subject Focus 1. PSE 2. Social Studies Strands 1. Social organization and culture 2.Interaction with others Concepts form, perspective  Related concepts artefacts, communication, diversity, family, religion and traditions.  CI We all come from different backgrounds. Inquiries into - Our individual and group cultures. - How we are the same/different in our culture, traditions and celebrations. - How we respect and care for others.   Unit Title Past civilizations Subject Focus 1. Social Studies Strands 1.Human systems and economic activities 2.Continuity and change through time Concepts change, connection  Related concepts cooperation, conflict, education, transportation, chronology, civilizations, discovery, exploration, history. CI An exploration of past civilizations and their contributions to humankind. Inquiries into -How past cultures have expressed themselves - Similarities and differences between cultures and their faith - The where and why of groups explorations Unit Title Act up! Subject Focus 1. PSE Strands 1. Self-concept 2. Interaction with others Concepts form, causation  Related concepts communication, differences, diversity, feelings, opinion, and perspectives.  CI One of the ways we express ourselves is through the performing arts. Inquiries into -The different forms of theatrical presentations - What the performing arts are  - The process of developing a play         Unit Title Hot and Cold Subject Focus 1. Science Strands . Materials and matter Concepts causation, change Related concepts changes of state, solids, liquids, gases, properties and uses of materials.   CI Heat and cold change things. Inquiries into  - Different substances, natural and man-made, and how heat and cold affects them. - Positive and negative changes due to temperature. -How we use heat and cold to adapt to our world.   Unit Title From field to table Subject Focus 1.Social Studies Strands 1. Human and natural environments Concepts form, function and causation Related concepts geography, landscape, locality, populations, regions. CI Many foods need to be transported and or processed Inquiries into - The foods we eat How food is produced How food is transported Where our food comes from.   Unit Title Reduce, reuse, recycle Subject Focus 1. Social Studies, 2. Science Strands 1 Resources and the environment 2. Materials and matter   Concepts function and perspective Related concepts . Conservation, consumption, distribution, ecology, energy, pollution. . Uses of materials CI We have a responsibility the choices we make in relation to the environment. Inquiries into  - how different materials decompose - how different materials can be reused and recycled - the steps we can take to reduce, reuse and recycle at school and at home.    
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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
Gr 2 Unit Title Give and Take Subject Focus 1.SS 2.PSE Strands 1. SS- Social Organisation and culture 2. PSE- Interaction with others Concepts Perspective, reflection Related concepts communication, empathy, open-mindedness CI Relationships are enhanced by learning about other peoples perspectives and communicating our own Inquiries into - Social interactions - Acknowledging others perspectives - Managing and resolving conflict       Unit Title A sense of Place   Subject Focus 1.SS 2. Science Strands SS- Human and Natural Environments Science Earth and Space Concepts Form, causation Related concepts landscape, settlement  CI All places on Earth have special features that influence why people choose to settle there Inquiries into -Why do I live in the place I do -The characteristics of our town, Hørsholm -Why the global population is not evenly distributed over the planet Unit Title Signs and Symbols Subject Focus 1.SS Strands 1. SS- Social Organisation and culture Concepts Form, causation Related concepts communication  CI A variety of signs and symbols facilitate local and global communication Inquiries into - Signs and symbols - Reasons for the development of communication systems - Specialised systems of communication       Unit Title Where is air? Subject Focus 1.Science 2. Social studies Strands Science Materials and matter, forces and energy Social studies Resources and the environment Concepts Function, causation Related concepts force, energy CI Understanding the properties of air allows people to make practical applications Inquiries into - The evidence of air What air can do and what we can make it do -How humans need air to live Unit Title Personal Organization Subject Focus 1. Social studies 2. PSE Strands 1.SS human systems and economic activities 2.PSE organisation for learning Concepts Connection, responsibility Related concepts interdependence, organisation, systems CI Personal organisation systems maintain order in communities Inquiries into - Personal organisation systems - Different systems of organisation in our school - Organisation systems within workplaces in our local community Unit Title I will survive Subject Focus 1.Science 2. Social Studies Strands 1.Science Living things 2.Social studies Resources and the environment Concepts Change, connection Related concepts adaption, evolution CI Over time, living things respond to the environment in order to survive Inquiries into -Concept of adapt ion -Circumstances that lead to adaption -How plants and animals adapt or respond to environmental conditions
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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
Gr 3 Unit Title Health and Well Being Subject Focus 1. PSE 2. Science Strands 1. Health and safety 2. Living things Concepts Causation, function Related concepts Nutrition, well being, growth CI Personal well being depends on a balance of different factors Inquiries into - concept of well being - factors that contribute to our well being - personal decisions that affect our well being   Unit Title Exploration Subject Focus 1. SS Strands 1. Continuity and Change through time Concepts change, connection Related concepts exploration, discovery, progress CI Past and present exploration impacts the way people live. Inquiries into - Past explorations and famous explorers - Present explorations - How exploration affects people and cultures       Unit Title Looking in the Mirror Subject Focus 1. Arts 2. PSE Strands 1. Self concept Concepts perspective, reflection Related concepts self expression, perception CI People use many different forms of expression to convey their uniqueness. Inquiries into - what are the arts -how people express themselves through art - the role of art in culture and society   Unit Title Electricity Subject Focus 1. Science  Strands 1. Forces and energy Concepts Function, connection   Related concepts electricity, form of energy CI Electricity shapes our world.   Inquiries into Characteristics and properties of electricity How humans use electricity Electricity as a source of energy     Unit Title Communities Subject Focus 1. SS Strands 1. Human systems and economic activity  Concepts responsibility, function Related concepts gov, networks, authority CI Societies are governed by a variety of systems which impact our lives. Inquiries into -Rules and laws -Types of governments - How systems impact citizens Unit TitleWater Subject Focus 1. Science 2. SS Strands 1. Resources and the environment 2. Earth and space  Concepts responsibility, reflection  Related concepts resources, consumption, sustainability  CI Water is a limited resource which is unevenly distributed.  Inquiries into Where water comes from Why water is important Inequity of water availability      
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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
Gr 4 Unit Title Human Rights and Responsibility Subject Focus 1. Social Studies 2. PSE Strands 1. Self-Concept 2. Interaction with others 3. Organisation for learning Concepts Perspectives, Refection, and Responsibility Related concepts Beliefs, differences, diversity, opinion, prejudice, similarities, values Attitudes, behaviours, rights CI In an attempt to meet human needs, societies have determined human rights Inquiries into -Making our classroom work as a community -Rules are connected to rights and responsibility -Ways that nations and international organizations aim to protect human rights Unit Title On the Move Subject Focus 1.Social Studies 2.PSE Strands 1.Continuity and change through time 2. Social organization and culture Concepts Change Connection Related concepts Chronology, civilization, conflict, discovery, exploration, history, migration, progress. Artifacts, diversity, family, identity, religion, rights CI Human migration is a response to challenges, risks and opportunities. Inquiries into -Reasons why people migrate -Migration throughout history -Effects of migration on communities, cultures and individuals   Unit Title Persuasion  Subject Focus 1. Social studies Strands 1.Human systems and economic activity 2. Social organisation and culture Concepts Function Perspective Related concepts Communications, education, freedom, justice, legislation, production, truth Communication, prejudice, roles, traditions CI Print, other visual media and sound can create, alter or manipulate images and perceptions Inquiries into -Different kinds of communication, such as speech, the media, computers, performing arts and advertising -The purpose of advertisements -Devices that are used to manipulate perception   Unit Title Building and Structures Subject Focus 1. Science Strands 1. Forces and energy 2. Materials and matter Concepts Connection, responsibility Related concepts Structure, sustainability, transformation CI The design of buildings and structures is dependent upon the environment and available materials. Inquiries into -Considerations to take into account when building a structure -How buildings impact the environment -Indigenous architecture     Unit Title Off the Drawing Board Subject Focus 1. Social Studies Strands 1. Continuity and change through time Concepts Change, Connection, Responsibility  Related concepts Communication, Systems, Ethics CI Technology impacts on the world of work and leisure. Inquiries into -Technology and inventions of the home, workplace and leisure activities. -Circumstances that lead to the development of important inventions and their impact -How technology supports/impacts sustainability       Unit Title Ecosystems Subject Focus 1. Science Strands 1. Living Things Concepts connection, responsibility Related concepts Balance, Biodiversity, Interdependence CI Biodiversity relies on maintaining the interdependent balance of organisms within a system. Inquiries into -Interdependence within ecosystems, biomes, and environments -Ways in which organisms are interconnected in nature -How human interaction with the environment can affect the balance of a system.  
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Class Who we are Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves How the world works How we organize ourselves Sharing the planet
Gr 5 Unit Title Its your choice! Subject Focus 1. PSE 2. Science Strands 1. Self-concept, health and safety 2. Living things Concepts Causation, Perspective, Responsibility Related concepts consequences, impact, systems, interdependence, feelings, prejudice, balance, choice CI The decision-making process has consequences for ourselves and others Inquiries into -  Our day-to-day decisions -  Decision-making processes for groups and individuals - Risks and consequences involved in decisions Unit Title A Place for Everyone Subject Focus 1. Science 2. SS Strands 1. Earth and Space 2. Human and natural environments, Resources and the environment Concepts Function, Causation, Responsibility Related concepts geography, landscape, locality, population, regions, settlements, ecology, consumption, interdependence, pollution, climate, seasons, systems CI Humans have explored different areas in our planet, adapting to a variety of climate and geographic conditions Inquiries into - The range of geographic and climatic conditions that exist on Earth - The exploration of areas with extreme climatic and geographic conditions Unit Title I Believe Subject Focus 1. SS 2. PSE Strands 1. Continuity and change through time, social organization and culture 2. Self-concept, interaction with others Concepts Connection, Perspective, Reflection Related concepts conflict, history, communication, diversity, beliefs, family, prejudice, religion, rights, roles, traditions, similarities, values, culture, identity CI Rituals, traditions and artefacts provide a window into the beliefs and values of cultures. Inquiries into - What constitutes a culture -  The role of rituals and celebrations -  How artefacts symbolize beliefs and values   Unit title The Circle of Life Subject focus Science Strands Living things Concepts Form, reflection Related concepts Cycles, growth, organism, systems Central idea All living things have life cycles characterized by physical change and changing roles Inquiries into -The major phases in the life cycles of animals -The similarities and differences between life cycles in different animal species -the changes in our bodies as we grow, including those associateted with puberty. Unit Title Business and Trade Subject Focus 1. SS Strands 1. Human systems and economic activities Concepts form, causation, change Related concepts supply and demand, structure, consequences, interdependence, transformation, communication. CI Business is based on the principle of supply and demand of goods, ideas, people and services. Inquiries into Business in our school pasta, pizza, Julebazar International business (imports and exports) How and in what ways we depend on people in other places. Unit Title Rocks and Minerals Subject Focus 1.Science Strands 1. Earth and Space Concepts Causation, Change and Connection Related concepts erosion, geology, resources, rock cycle, CI Mineral resources provide economic opportunities for communities around the world. Inquiries into Mining as a source of economic development in the world -The rock cycle and earth cycle Sharing limited or nonrenewable resources.
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