IB Units
EPIC's 4th grade IB Units (1-6)
EPIC's 4th grade IB Units (1-6)
All of our rigorous IB units are driven by Common Core State Standards, California Next Generation Science Standards, and the new California Framework for History and Social Sciences. Each unit is built upon a globally focused central idea that challenges students to understand the impact of their actions, and the actions of others, that shape the world around them.
How the World Works
How the World Works
ScienceOrganisms’ structures facilitate life. August 10-September 25, 2020
Where we are in place and time
Where we are in place and time
Social StudiesExploration may be influenced by competition.September 28-November 6, 2020
How we organize ourselves
How we organize ourselves
Social StudiesNatural and man-made hazards require urgent responses from societies.November 9 - December 18, 2020
Sharing the planet
Sharing the planet
Social StudiesColonization permanently changed native people's lifestyles and the world's natural environment. January 5 - February 12, 2021
Who we are
Who we are
Social StudiesImmigrants' stories may inspire us to reflect on our rights and responsibilities and citizens.February 15 - March 26, 2021
how express ourselves
how express ourselves
ScienceAs people's wants and needs change, creative new technologies emerge.April 6 - May 27, 2021
IB Learner Profile
IB Learner Profile
As we progress through the IB units, our class will work to develop "international mindedness" through the IB learner profile. These are character traits that scholars aspire to in order to make a positive impact in the world.
Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Open minded
Principled
Risk Taker
Thinker
Balanced
Caring
Communicator