How We Express Ourselves Grade 1 KEY CONCEPTS

How We Express Ourselves Grade 1 KEY CONCEPTS: Form: What is it like? Perspective: What are the points of view? Reflection: How do we know? Dates : October (Picture) An inquiry into… The ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity. WHAT’S HAPPENING… Central Idea People of different cultures and values express themselves in a variety of ways. Lines of Inquiry An inquiry into… …how people express themselves …how people and countries express themselves …how individuals express themselves in unique ways Approaches to Learning Students will be using communication skills and social skills.

What You Can Do With Your Child at Home Talk about how your child best expresses themselves through clothing they wear, activities they choose to participate in, favorites they have, etc. Students will strive to be: Learner Profile Attribute Students will work on being a communicator, balanced, and reflective. Students should demonstrate: Attitudes Students will demonstrate the Learner Profile by showing respect, creativity, and tolerance. Success Criteria for This Unit Students will know: Ways in which they themselves, communities around them, and countries express themselves in a variety of ways. Students will understand that: We express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs, and values in a variety of ways.