EC_18-19_Understanding Ourselves

Science Chemistry, Properties of water Social Studies Issues surrounding access to basic needs English Expository writing, research and citation, Math operations using decimals, metric measurement of volume and mass Art Digital Illustrations, App mash-up Drama Presentation skills, vocal characterization, ABC Plays Music World Music, Connections to basic human needs PE Drinking water and exercise, sports drinks, swimming Vietnamese Vietnamese cultural connections Focus on Learning by Subject Purposeful action can m How can we support othe Highlights of Learning Experiences SuperUnit Launch Simulation of a lack of access to a basic need (clean drinking water) Field Trip(s) Water Filtration Plant, Water Bottling Plant, “A Long Walk to Water” Guest Speaker(s) High School students will share their IB water project Project(s) Group Project: Water Filtration System Individual Project: Researched Magazine Article on a needs related issue Core Values Academic Excellence - Foundational Science Knowledge, Critical Thinking, Collaboration Respect for All - Understanding common human needs Dedicated Service - Social and Environmental Responsibility SuperUnit Celebration Students will have a publishing party for their class magazines