In this article you will read about how the first grade team has made changes each year to a unit of inquiry under the transdisciplinary theme “how the world works”, based on the developmental level, interests and inquiries of students.
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Inquiry in mathematics
This article focuses on how a fundamental mathematics concept can be learned in an enjoyable manner, through the celebration of Pi Day, thus, reinforcing the conceptual understanding and making real life connections.
The use of social media and approaches to learning skills
This article illustrates how to use social media to include approaches to learning skills in a Primary Years Programme (PYP) classroom.
Exploring the concept of perspective through stories
This article is about exploring the concept of perspective and how it is vital to understand and respect different perspectives which is core to the IB values.
Exploring living things through inquiry
This article showcases the concept of living things through the process of inquiry. It also reflects the constructivist approach where a child constructs knowledge through experiences gained by exploring the environment.
Thinking skills in physical education
This article demonstrates how the development of thinking skills can help build a bridge between subjects such as physical education and social studies. Through a contemporary dance approach, the author supports students’ creativity and leads them to express their understanding of the unit ‘Sharing the planet’ in a meaningful way.