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Sharing the Planet
An inquiry into the interdependence of human and natural worlds through:
- Rights, responsibilities and dignity of all
- Pathways to just, peaceful and reimagined futures
- Nature, complexity, coexistence and wisdom
| Central Idea | Lines of Inquiry | Specified Concepts | |
| Grade 1 | Our planet is a place where living things coexist and depend on each other for survival. | An inquiry into: – Living things – how living things coexist and depend on each other – how living things can struggle to survive | Causation Perspective |
| Grade 2 | We are connected to all living things and impact the environment; it is our responsibility to rise and make a difference for the better. | An inquiry into: – properties of materials – the recycling cycle – the 4 R’s | Form Responsibility |
| Grade 3 | Sustainable practices empower us to contribute to the wellbeing of the planet. | An inquiry into: – Sustainable practices -water as a limited resource(form) – Identifying the impacts of human consumption (causation) – Possible solutions (responsibility) | Form Causation Responsibility |
| Grade 4 | We can work together to solve the most challenging problems in the world. | An inquiry into: – our rights and responsibilities as global citizens – how we can take action towards problem-solving and creating peace in our global communities – how different perspectives create challenges with problem solving | Responsibility Perspective |
| Grade 5 | A circular economy is a system that tackles climate challenges highlighting the vital role and responsibility we have as global citizens. | An inquiry into: – The challenges of climate change – Our responsibility to Earth – A circular economy is a system for sustainable living | Causation Connection Responsibility |
| Grade 6 | PYPX | Students come up with their own lines of inquiry | Students select 3 specified concepts to drive their inquiry |