Theme: What it means to be human
Central Idea: Sense of self develops in different stages of life.
Key Concepts: Change: Stages of human growth and development
Causation: Factors that contribute to well-being
Function: Friendships and self-concept
Skills: Self-management: Reflection and Research: Collecting data
Learner profile: Open-minded, Balanced
Where we are in time and place: Life in neighboring countries
Theme: The relationship between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives
Central Idea: Geographical and cultural factors affect the way people live.
Key Concepts: Form: Biodiversity and protection of the Baltic sea
Perspective: Countries and cultures around us
Causation: How climate affects the way people live
Skills: Communication: verbal, reading and Social skills: Collaboration
Learner profile: Knowledgeable, Caring
Theme: The ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity
Central Idea: Mood and perspective are shared through creative expression
Key Concepts: Connection: Creative expression
Function: How to express mood and perspective
Perspective: Inspiration and spontaneity: Individual interpretation
Skills: Thinking: Creative thinking and Communication: Verbal, writing
Learner profile: Open-minded, Communicator
Theme: How humans use their understanding of scientific principles
Central Idea: Through science we can explain and understand the surrounding world and its phenomena.
Key Concepts: Form: Research plan
Causation: Experiment
Perspective: Scientific method, interpretation and evaluation
Skills: Research Skills: Interpreting data and Self-management: Organization, Time management
Learner profile: Thinker, Inquirer
Theme: Societal decision-making
Central Idea: Understanding rights and responsibilities helps us make educated decisions.
Key Concepts: Responsibility: The rights and responsibilities in our communities
Function: How society functions
Connection: Shared decision making
Skills: Thinking Skills: Critical Thinking and Communication: Verbal, listening
Learner profile: Courageous, Principled
Theme: Access to equal opportunities
Central Idea: People’s choices affect the sustainable use of the Earth’s natural resources.
Key Concepts: Form: Renewable and non-renewable natural resources
Responsibility: The impact of people's choices on the environment
Change: Building a sustainable future
Skills: Thinking: Transfer and Research: Organising data
Learner profile: Reflective, Knowledgeable