Social Studies/Global Perspectives & Science Curriculums
Naturally embedded in any academic curriculum are community building themes. In all subjects we integrate character, values, respect for self and others, and the responsibility children have as members of the community. We also focus on social justice, community events such as AgFair, and the culture of our island.
In addition to that, we are continuing to implement Cambridge’s Global Perspectives framework. “Cambridge Primary Global Perspectives develops transferable skills that support learners in their studies and in their everyday life. Learners develop skills through age-appropriate and engaging activities that are based on a broad range of topics. They explore personal, local and global perspectives to make sense of, and feel connected to, the world around them.” We will focus on three main Global Perspectives Challenges this year - Communication Over Time (main Cambridge skill = reflection), STEM FAIR (main Cambridge skill = research), & Planning a Dream Vacation (main Cambridge skill = collaboration).
For Science this year we will be using Mystery Science, a hands-on and interactive Curriculum, which goes hand-in-hand with both Next Generation Science Standards & Cambridge Science framework. The Science Units are as follows:
Web of Life: Ecosystems & The Food Web
Watery Planet: Water Cycle & Earth’s Systems
Spaceship Earth: Stars & The Solar System
Chemical Magic: Chemical Reactions & the Properties of Matter
In addition, all 5th grade students will also be participating in the GHCDS STEM Fair for the first time. As it is their first year, MOST work will be completed at school and we will provide step-by step introductions to the process. We can’t wait to see all of their projects at the fair this year!
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