Unit 1 begins!
Last week marked the start of our first Unit of inquiry. We began with engaging clips and thinking routines to provoke students into thinking about the central idea.
The way societies organise themselves can affect people in different ways.
Big idea right?
We tuned in to what they know by unpacking the concept of community as well as by examining how the rights of a person in a particular society directly affect their responsibilities. We did this using mind maps and flowcharts. Our students have been sharing interesting ideas and posing meaningful questions since!
This week we will find out about the Canadian Democracy as well as other forms of organisation. Also, students will begin to work on strengthening their research and thinking skills.
In Maths we began with place value and comparing and ordering whole and decimal numbers. All lessons begin with a mental starter, and always include group and independent work. They’ve been busy working on their growth mindsets in Maths!
In Language we have been setting up a writer’s workshop in class where students can work on a set task, reading strategies and responses, or becoming confident and independent writers. It has been a learning experience for us all!
This week we will dive into predictions, summarising texts in just 20 words, and persuasive writing.
We look forward to an exciting, engaging and inspiring week!
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