G3_NatureTales

Science

: Interdependent relationships in ecosystems; Biodiversity; Learning how an organism’s life is sustained

when changes happen to its environment.

Math

: Geometry and Attributes; Measuring and collecting data about plants, Graphing.

Social Studies

: Understanding how wants and needs have implications beyond the self; Cause and effect

relationships.

English

: Studying the genre of narrative nonfiction; Creating narrative nonfiction writing pieces; Research skills.

Technology

: Macro photography; Organism identification tools; Online research.

Art

: Nature Photography; En Plein Air Drawing; Watercolor painting; Field Notebook Cover Design.

Library

: Research skills; Using Britannica and Image Quest to find answers to their own questions.

Drama

: Freeze frame documentary style performances about different organisms and habitats.

Music

: Sounds of Nature; A comparison of the sounds of nature vs constructed music.

: Nature games; Games that demonstrate how organisms interact with their ecosystem; Survival games.

SuperUnit Launch with Guest Speakers

: At the field biology workshop, learners will be introduced to the skills

and tools that field biologists use by learning from several experts in our community.

Field Trip

: We will take a day trip to Can Gio Mangroves to observe flying foxes, large birds, the mangrove forest,

and more. Parent volunteers are welcome on this fun and exciting trip!

Night BioBlitz:

After assessing the biodiversity of our campus during the daylight hours, learners and their families

will be invited to collect data and observe creatures at night together (parent supervision required).

Project:

Students will create an organism sustainability project to showcase at the Sustainability Snapshot. They

will be able to choose how they will communicate their learning.

Core Values Key Concepts

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Academic Excellence -

Critical Thinking and Foundational Knowledge

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Sense of Self -

Lifelong Learning and Sense of Community

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Dedicated Service -

Environmental Responsibility

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Balance in Life -

Wellness and Mindfulness

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Respect for All -

Diversity in Nature; Appreciation for All Beings

SuperUnit Celebration

: Learners will share their inquiry project about organisms, biodiversity, and sustainability.

Focus on Learning by Subject

Field research can help us to understand

Highlights of Learning Experiences