Unit of Inquiry

This week, This week in UOI, we began exploring the human body systems, focusing on the respiratory, nervous, circulatory, and muscular systems. Students are developing a deeper understanding of how different organs work together to help each system function effectively. During breakout room discussions, it has been wonderful to see students becoming more curious and engaged, asking thoughtful questions and showing a genuine interest in learning more about how their bodies work.

Next week: students will be learning about the digestive system and exploring how different body systems are interconnected and work together to help the body function smoothly.  will students will dig deeper into their learning about body systems, with a special focus on the digestive system 

Central idea: The human body consists of a network of interconnected systems.

Specified Concepts: Causation, Function and Connection, 

Lines of inquiry: 

• How body systems work

• The interconnectedness of body systems

• Maintaining a healthy body

Learner Profile: Thinker and Balanced

Literacy 

This week, in Literacy, students explored how to write an effective introduction, including using a hook, stating the main idea, and adding linking words. They also began developing their understanding of body paragraphs, discussing what makes a strong paragraph. Students applied these skills while researching the digestive system, creating informative texts that explained how it works. They also focused on important features such as titles, subheadings, linking words, using sources, and including quotations to support their ideas.

Next week: students will continue writing informative texts, focusing on creating a model text about the digestive system and further developing their writing skills.

Mathematics

This week in Maths, students practiced how to calculate the area of compound shapes. They discussed what a compound shape is and explored different strategies to find its area. In breakout rooms, students used measuring tapes and rulers to calculate the area and perimeter of everyday objects, such as iPads, notebooks, and tables. Later in the week, they made real-life connections by designing their dream houses, applying their knowledge of area and perimeter to their designs

Next week: students will practice solving word problems involving area and perimeter, challenging themselves to apply their learning in different contexts. 

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