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Here are the units we are currently working on:

6th Grade- Unit 2: Ancient Realms

Statement of Inquiry: Connections with social histories of ancient civilizations are made by examining the people's purpose and context.

Global Context and exploration: Orientation in space and time- civilization and social histories

Key Concepts: Connections

Approaches to Learning (ATL) Skill: Research: information literacy skills- make connections between various sources of information

Learner Profile: Communicators

Inquiry Questions:

• What are social histories?

• What is an ancient civilization?

• Why does knowing a person's purpose matter?

• How does context affect people?

• Do ancient civilizations' social histories impact us today? Support your answer.

7th Grade- Unit 2: The Powers that Be

Statement of Inquiry: Readers examine the theme of justice within different settings and perspectives.

Global Context: Fairness and development- justice

Key Concepts: Perspective

Approaches to Learning (ATL) Skill: Social: collaboration skills- working effectively with others

Learner Profile: Inquirers

Inquiry Questions:

• What are characteristics of a just society?

• How does the setting affect people's perspectives?

• Should members of a society have a voice in decisions? Explain your reasoning.

8th Grade- Unit 2: In Time of War

Statement of Inquiry: People's purposes are explored through their expression and perspectives about human nature and human dignity.

Global Context: Identities and relationships- human nature and human dignity

Key Concepts: Perspective

Approaches to Learning (ATL) Skill: Thinking: critical thinking skills- analysing and evaluating issues and ideas

Learner Profile: Caring

Inquiry Questions:

• What is human dignity?

• What is human nature?

• What is purpose?

• How does a person's perspective of human nature and human dignity affect their sense of purpose?

• Do different cultures view human dignity similarly? Please support your thoughts.