G5_UnderstandingOthers_19-20

Science Chemistry, Properties of matter, cause and effect Social Studies Issues surrounding access to basic needs, cause and effect English Persuasive writing, research and citation, media presentation Math metric measurement of volume and mass, analyzing and interpreting data 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 raise wareness ab Highlights of Learning Experiences SuperUnit Launch Simulation of a lack of access to a basic need (clean drinking water) Field Trip(s) “A Long Walk to Water”, Water Filtration Plant Guest Speaker(s) WASH organization Project(s) Partner project : Students will design and build a water purification system. Individual project : Students will research and write a persuasive nonfiction extended text Team project Media Piece : Students collaborate on a media piece to raise awareness about access to basic human needs. 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 share their water purification systems with families and their media projects around the school.