Rose Park Primary School: Programme of Inquiry

Rose Park Primary School: Programme of Inquiry
A
R/1
Age
An inquiry into:
An inquiry into:
Who we are
An inquiry into:
An inquiry into:
An inquiry into:
Where we are in place and time How we express ourselves
How the world works
How we organize ourselves
Sharing the planet
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.
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.
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.
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 impact of
scientific and technological
advances on society and on the
environment.
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of human-made
systems and communities; the
structure and function of
organizations; societal decisionmaking; economic activities and their
impact on humankind and the
environment.
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.
Central idea
Our choices affect our wellbeing
Central idea
Families are different but also similar
Key concepts: Connection, Form,
Perspective
Central idea
Oceans are a vital part of our world for
which we are responsible
Central idea
Food is a basic necessity that sustains
people everywhere
Central idea
All living things are connected
Key concepts: Causation,
Responsibility, Reflection
Central idea
Puppetry is a creative art form through
which people tell stories, express
themselves & entertain
Related concepts: Consequences,
Values, Responsibility
Related concepts: Relationships,
Structures, Similarities, Differences,
Beliefs
Key concepts: Causation,
Responsibility, Connection
Key concepts: Causation,
Responsibility, Connection
Related concepts: Impact,
Interdependence, Values, Structure
Related concepts: Role, Systems
Related concepts: Interdependence,
Impact, Values
Lines of inquiry
Why we eat food
Where food comes from
Equity & distribution of food
Lines of inquiry
Sustainable environments
Some animals are threatened
Peoples impact on the environment
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language
Subject areas: Science/Technology,
Social Studies
Central idea
People in the community help us
Central idea
People can reduce, reuse, recycle and
refuse waste
Lines of inquiry
The nature of wellbeing
What affects our wellbeing
Making choices about our wellbeing
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education, Social Studies,
Maths
Lines of inquiry
Family history
Connectedness to other places
Family structures
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education, Social Studies,
Language
An inquiry into:
Key concepts: Function, Form,
Connection
Related concepts: Communication,
Properties
Lines of inquiry
Different types of puppets
How puppets are used to tell stories
How puppets are used to express
feelings
How puppets are used to entertain
Subject areas: Arts, Language, Social
Studies, Science and Technology
Central idea
We are happy when we care for
ourselves & others
Key concepts: Responsibility,
Perspective
B
R/1
Related concepts: Rights, Citizenship,
Values, Reviews, Interpretation
Lines of inquiry
What makes us special and unique?
How we take care of ourselves
Personal responsibility & getting
along
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Personal, social & physical education,
Language
3
A: 2011 and B: 2010
Central idea
People have played throughout time
Key concepts: Change, Responsibility
Related concepts: Adaptation, Rights
Lines of inquiry
Different types of play
How play has changed
Responsibility for toys
Subject areas: Science/Technology,
Social Studies, Maths, Language
Lines of inquiry
The ocean as an ecosystem
Living things that depend on the
ocean habitat
The impact of humans on the ocean
environment
Ways we and others can protect the
ocean
Key concepts: Connection, Causation,
Responsibility
Subject areas: Science/ Technology,
Social Studies
Central idea
Stories are told in a variety of ways for
different purposes
Central idea
Weather changes affect the
environment and how people live
Key concepts: Function, Perspective,
Connection
Key concepts: Change, Function,
Connection, Causation
Related concepts: Citizenship, Beliefs
Related concepts: Cycles, Patterns,
Systems
Related concepts: Role, Systems,
Structure, Relationships, Netwroks,
Differences, Similarities
Lines of inquiry
Weather features
Weather cycles
Changes in our weather
The effects on the environment and
people
Lines of inquiry
What is a community
The services in the community
The people who provide services
The differences & similarities
between urban & rural communities
Lines of inquiry
Natural & human made waste
Impact of waste on the environment
Ways that we reduce, recycle ,
reuse
Subject areas: Social Studeis
Science/Technology
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Science/Technology
Lines of inquiry
How stories are told
The structure of stories
Stories around the world
The purpose of stories
Subject areas: Arts, Language,
Personal, social & physical education,
Social Studies
Key concepts: Function, Connection,
Form
Key concepts: Form, Connection,
Responsibility, Causation
Related concepts: Systems,
Networks, Citizenship
A
1/2
Central idea
Central idea
The choices we make can influence our Human need for shelter depends on
safety
where they are in the world
Central idea
Indigenous peoples understanding of
the world is hared through art & stories
Key concepts: Responsibility,
Reflection, Connection
Key concepts: Responsibility,
Connection, Causation
Key concepts: Form, Connection,
Perspective
Related concepts:
Related concept: Pattern, Opinion,
Similarities, Differences
Related concept: Systems,
Relationships, Transformation
Related concepts: Structures,
Communication
Lines of inquiry
Human need for shelter
Human shelters in different
environments
People who do not have shelter
Lines of inquiry
Local indigenous peoples
Ways indigenous peoples share
their art & stories
Messages within their art & stories
Lines of inquiry
What is sound, its characteristics
and how it travels
The uses of sound
How sound affects our mood
Subject areas: Art, Science,Personal,
Social & PE , Social Studies
Subject areas: Art , Social
Studies,Language
Subject areas: Science, Literacy
Central idea
People around the world celebrate
special events
Central idea
Peoples needs for transport depends on
where they are in the world
Central idea
Colour my world- How colour affects
our lives
Key concepts: Connection, Reflection,
Function
Key concepts: Change, Connection,
Function
Key concepts: Function, Perspective,
Form
Central idea
Central idea
All living things go through a process of All members of a group have rights &
change
responsibilities as they work towards a
common goal.
Key concepts: Change, Causation,
Related concepts: Relationships,
Behaviour, Communication
Related concepts: Systems,
Relationships, Transformation
Related concepts: Pattern, Opinion,
Similarities, Differences
Lines of inquiry
How do families and communities
choose what to celebrate
What do families and communities
celebrate
Why do families and communities
celebrate
Lines of inquiry
How transport has evolved / changed
Different uses of transport
Future transport
Lines of inquiry
Where colour comes from
Expressing ourselves through colour Lines of inquiry
Cycles in nature
Uses of colour
Phases in a cycle
Exploring colours/ colour wheel
Similarities and differences of
cycles
Subject areas: Arts, Science, Social
Studies, Language
Subject areas: Science
Relationships, Behaviour,
Communication
B
1/2
Lines of inquiry
How to keep ourselves safe
Developing & implementing
strategies to keep safe
Identifying & using personal
networks
Subject areas:, Health, Arts,
Language
Subject areas: Science, Social Studies,
Maths
A
3
Subject areas: Social Studies , Arts,
Language
Central idea
The Human body has many systems
that work together to sustain life.
Central idea
Our indigenous culture has changed over
time.
Central idea
People convey culture and beliefs
through music, dance and visual arts
Key concepts: Connection, Function,
Responsibility
Key concepts: Causation, Change,
Perspectives
Related concepts: Systems,
Interdependence, Values
Lines of inquiry
Types and functions of body
systems
Things that affect body systems
Our responsibility to our bodies
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education, Mathematics,
Language
Central idea
Human beings use sound to
communicate a message or create a
mood.
Central idea
Communities rely on people doing
different kinds of work
Central idea
Human activity has an effect on living
things
Key concepts: Form. Connection
Key concepts: Function, Causation
Related concepts: Balanced, Caring ,
Reflective
Key concepts: responsibility, Change,
Connection,
Lines of inquiry
What makes a community
Different roles people have in the
community
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Personal, social & physical education
Lines of inquiry
A balanced ecosystem
Relationships between living things
The effect of human activity on
ecosystems
What can we do to help
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Science
Form
Related concepts: Cycles, Growth,
Sequences, Transformation,
Adaptation, Structure, Similarities,
Differences
Key concepts: Connection,
Responsibility, Causation
Related concepts: Co-operation,
Responsibility, Friendship,
Interdependence
Lines of inquiry
The reasons people form groups
How members of a group work
together to achieve a common goal
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Personal, social and physical
education
Central idea
Our personal choices can change &
effect our environment
Key concepts: Perspective, Reflection
Related concepts: Responsibility,
Opinions, beliefs
Lines of inquiry
How choices made by humans can
have impact on our environment
The steps we can take to benefit our
local & global environment
Reducing, reusing & recycling
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Science, Maths
Central idea
Societies can create and organize
events that contribute to the community
Key concepts: F Function,
Connection, Responsibility
Central idea
Maintenance of animal habitats is
essential for their sustainability
Key concepts: Form, Function,
Connection
Central idea
Different reactions
occur when everyday substances react
Key concepts: Form, Change,
Causation
Related concepts: Consequences,
Transformation, Beliefs
Related concepts: Behaviour,
communication, patterns
Related concepts: Properties,
Transformations, Consequences
Related concepts: Impact,
Interdependence, Initiative
Lines of inquiry
Beliefs and practices that shape
aboriginal culture
Issues of reconciliation & change
Lines of inquiry
Cultural expression in music/ dance/
visual arts/ story telling
The components of music/ dance/
visual arts /story telling
Lines of inquiry
The different states of matter
Basic chemical actions & reactions
How common substances interact
when they are mixed
The scientific method
Related concepts: Systems,
Relations, Networks, Citizenship,
Values
Lines of inquiry
People create and organize events
for a range of purposes
People interconnect using a variety
of skills and strategies
The contributions of events to
society
Lines of inquiry
Animals and their requirements to
grow and stay healthy
How humans impact on animals
abilities to survive the destruction of
habitats
Our responsibility to ensure
sustainability
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language, Arts
Subject areas: Arts, Social Studies
Subject areas: Science, Language,
Mathematics
Subject areas: Mathematics, Social
Studies, Language
4
Related concepts: Responsibility,
Opinions, Beliefs
Key concepts: Connection, Causation,
Responsibility
Subject areas: Science, Social
Studies
B
3
Central idea
We express our ideas, dreams and
values through our choice of role
models
Central idea
Past civilizations shape present day
systems and technologies Egypt, Greece,
China, Rome, Aztecs, Incas
Key concepts: Connection, Reflection
Key concepts: Form, Function, Change
Related concepts: Interpretation,
Relationships
Related concepts: Similarities,
Differences, Pattern, Systems,
Transformation
Lines of inquiry
Qualities that make a hero
Our choice of heroes
Influences our heroes have on us
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education
Lines of inquiry
Systems from past civilisations
Impact on different civilisations
Influence on today
Subject areas: Social Studies, Arts,
Language
Central idea
Beliefs and values of cultures are
conveyed through rituals, celebrations,
the arts and the way people live their
lives.
Central idea
Central idea
All living things go through a process of Communities provide services
change
designed to meet people’s needs
Central idea
The impact of humans on our oceans
has been enormous
Key concepts: Causation,
Responsibility
Key concepts: Form, Function,
Connection
Key concepts: Responsibility,
Causation, Connection
Key concepts: Connection,
Perspective
Related concepts: Values,
Sequences, Pattern
Related concepts: Structure,
Properties, Systems,
Interdependence, Pattern
Related concepts: Impact, Systems,
Relationships, Values
Related concepts: Relationships,
Interdependence, Beliefs
Lines of inquiry
Rituals, values of an Asian culture
Importance /significance of these
rituals/ celebrations
Lines of inquiry
Major phases in a lifecycle of an
animal
Similarities & difference between
different animal species
How animals respond & care for
their young
Subject areas: Arts, Social Studies
A
4/5
Subject areas: Science, Arts
Central idea
Living together peacefully requires
effective ways of solving conflict
Central idea
Our world has been changed by
exploration
Key concepts: Perspective,
Connection, Reflection
Key concepts: Change, Perspective,
Reflection
Related concepts: Subjectivity,
Beliefs, Relationships,
Interdependence, Responsibility,
Behaviour
Related concepts: Growth, Adaptation,
Prejudice, Review
Lines of inquiry
Reasons people think & feel
differently
Reasons for conflict
Appreciating others perspectives
How differences can be resolved
Lines of inquiry
The reasons people explore
Different types of exploration
The impact of exploration e.g.
multiculturalism & indigenous
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language, Arts
Key concepts: Reflection
B
4/5
Related concepts: Safety, Choices
Lines of inquiry
Awareness of choice related to
personal health & safety
Strategies for making choices
How our choices affect ourselves
and others
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education
5
Central idea
Migration happens for different reasons
Key concepts: Causation
Related concepts: Cohesion, Cultural,
Identity
Lines of inquiry
History of Migration
Reasons for Migration
Impact of Migration
Subject area: Social Studies
Services needed in a community
How different services function
Impact of services on a community
Lines of inquiry
How humans have changed our
oceans
Impact of changes on animals
Ways humans can help save our
oceans
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Personal, social and physical
education
Subject areas: Science, Social
Studies
Central idea*
Technological change impacts on the
way communities function
Central idea
Rivers are one of our most delicate
resources
Key concepts: Causation, Change,
Connection
Key concepts: Responsibility,
Connection, Causation
Related concepts: Consequences,
Impact, Transformation
Related concepts: Systems,
Relationships, Values, Consequences
Lines of inquiry
Technological advances as a driver
of change
Compare and contrast technological
use within different communities
Communities rely on the effective
provision of goods and services
Lines of inquiry
The complexity of a river system
The importance of a river system
How people use and mange rivers
The delicate eco- balance of a river
system
Central idea
Artefacts are made as expressions of a
cultures connections with its heritage,
spiritual beliefs and environment
Central idea
Understanding the properties of air
allows people to make practical
applications
Key concepts: Form, Connection,
Perspective, Responsibility
Key concepts: Function, Form,
Change, Connection
Related concepts: Spiritual Beliefs,
Values
Related concepts: Properties,
Structure
Lines of inquiry
Diversity of cultural artifacts
Significance of cultural artifacts
Recognising & valuing cultural
heritage
Lines of inquiry
The evidence of the existence of air
What air can do and how we use it
The relationships between air and
sound
Subject area: Arts, Social Studies.
Science
Subject areas: Science, Maths,
Language
Central idea
The performing arts enable people to
communicate their ideas and emotions
Central idea
Time is an integral aspect of our daily
lives
Central idea
Societies have different structures for
making decisions
Central idea
Ecosystems are a complex web of
living and non living things
Key concepts: Form, Connection,
Reflection
Key concepts: Connection, Function
Key concepts: Reflection,
Perspective
Key concepts: Change, ,
Responsibility
Related concepts: Communication,
Role, Pattern
Related concepts: Patterns, Systems,
Relationships
Related concepts: Relationships,
Social systems
Related concepts: Adaptation,
Diversity
Lines of inquiry
The purpose of performing arts
Diversity of practice
Reaction & responses to music,
dance & drama
Lines of inquiry
History of time
Measurement of time
The relationship between the solar
system and time
Lines of inquiry
Reasons for decision making
Decision making processes
Impact of decisions on different
groups
Lines of inquiry
Evolving ecosystems
Sustainable ecosystems
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education, Social Studies
Central idea
The choices made by individuals affect
growth and well-being
Lines of inquiry
Subject areas: Arts, Social Studies
Subject areas: Maths, Science
Subject areas: Science, Social
Studies, Mathematics
Subject areas: Social Studies
Subject areas: Science, Social
Studies
Subject areas: Science
Central idea
The decisions we make everyday
influence who we are and who we want
to become
Key concepts: Causation, Change,
Connection
A
6/7
Related concepts: Relationships,
Transformation, Consequences
Lines of inquiry
Factors that influence our decisions
Decision-making processes for
groups & individuals
Impact or consequences that
decisions can have
B
6/7
Subject areas: Personal, social &
physical education, Social Studies,
Language
Central idea
Past civilizations shape present day
systems and technologies
Key concepts: Change, Perspective,
Causation
Related concepts: Adaptation, Systems,
Impact
Lines of inquiry
Aspects of past civilisations that have
survived
Reasons that various systems and
technologies developed
Why modern societies continue to use
adaptations of these systems and
technologies
Key concepts: Function, Connection,
Perspective
Related concepts: Behaviour,
Systems, Beliefs
Lines of inquiry
Purpose of celebrations
Similarities and Differences
between celebrations
Conflicting belief systems
Subject areas: The Arts, Social
Studies, Language
Subject areas: Art, Social Studies,
Language, Technology
Central idea
Adolescence is a time of change,
challenge and for making choices
Central idea
Humans have adapted to a variety of
climatic & geographical conditions.
Key concepts: Causation, Change,
Responsibility
Key concepts: Causation, Change,
Connection
Related concepts: Consequences,
Growth, Values
Related concepts: Impact, Adaptation,
Interdependence
Lines of inquiry
Sense of self and responsibility to
others
Consequences of choices
Physical, social, & emotional
changes
Lines of inquiry
Geographical zones of the world
Climatic zones of the world
Human adaptations
Subject areas: Language , Social
Studies
Central idea
Communities around the world
recognize important personal & cultural
events through celebrations
Subject areas: Social Studies, Science,
Arts
Central idea
The earth & its atmosphere are part of
a vast & complex universe
Central idea
There are consequences to individuals
& communities when human rights are
Key concepts: Causation, Connection, denied or lost
Key concepts: Responsibility,
Perspective, Responsibility
Perspective, Connection
Related concepts: Consequences,
Interdependence, Values
Lines of inquiry
The Earth’s position in our Solar
System and our Solar Systems
position in our Galaxy.
The use of space technology and
the impact it has on our daily lives.
The theories of the origins of the
Earth and our solar system.
The exploration of space.
Subject areas: Science, Maths, The
Arts, Language
Central idea
Media influences our thinking
Key concepts: Form, Function,
Perspective
Related concepts: Structure,
Behaviour, Subjectivity
Lines of inquiry
Different forms of media
The purpose of media
How media affects our opinion &
thinking
Stereotypes, gender bias
Subject areas: Arts, Language,
Science, Technology
Lines of inquiry
Personal responsibility to the
community
Democratic & human rights of
individuals & groups
Prejudice, racism, harassment &
oppression
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language
Related concepts: Transformation,
Values
Lines of inquiry
Different types of change
Cause and effect of different types
of change
How communities & our
environment can be affected by
change
How communities respond to
change & adapt to their environment
Key concepts: Causation, Connection,
Perspective, Responsibility
Related concepts: Impact,
Interdependence, Values
Lines of inquiry
Factors that impact on the
environment and eco-systems.
Natural resources and our use of
them.
Our rights to and responsibility for
our Planet.
The power of the individual and
local communities to make a
difference.
Subject areas: Science, The Arts,
Technology
Central idea
Central idea
Change can affect our environment and Humans have developed Government
it inhabitants in many ways
systems to provide organization,
common services and protection of
Key concepts: Change, Connection,
their societies
Responsibility
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language, Science
6
Related concepts: Justice, Prejudice,
Networks
Central idea
Our personal choices influence/ change
our environment
Key concepts: Function, Connection,
Responsibility
Related concepts: Systems,
Homestasis, Citizenship
Lines of inquiry
Political systems around the world
Electoral processes within a
democratic system
How governments respond to the
needs of their communities
Responsibilities held by government
& organisational systems
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language, Maths
Central idea
Biodiversity relies on maintaining the
interdependent balance of organisms
within systems
Key concepts: Connection,
Responsibility
Related concepts: Systems
Lines of inquiry
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 systems
Subject areas: Social Studies,
Language, Science