ISB PYP Program of Inquiry


1		Who we are	Where we are in place and time	How we express ourselves	How the world works	How we organise ourselves	Sharing the planet
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3	PROGRAM OF INQUIRY	An inquiry into identity as individuals and as part of a collective through: • physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being; • relationships and belonging; • learning and growing	An inquiry into histories and orientation in place, space and time through: • periods, events and artefacts; • communities, heritage, culture and environment; • natural and human drivers of movement, adaptation and transformation	An inquiry into the diversity of voice, perspectives and expression through: • inspiration, imagination, creativity; • personal, social and cultural notes and practices of communication; • intentions, perceptions, interpretations and responses	An inquiry into the understandings of the world and phenomena through: • patterns, cycles, systems; • diverse practices, methods and tools; • discovery, design, innovation, possibilities and impacts	An inquiry into systems, structures and networks through: • interactions with and between social and ecological systems; • approaches to livelihoods and trade practice - intended and unintended consequences; • representation, collaboration and decision-making	An inquiry into the interdependence of human and natural worlds through: • rights, responsibilities and dignity of all; • pathways to just, peaceful and reimagined futures; • nature, complexity, coexistence and wisdom

4	K1	What we look like, what we can do, what we like or dislike makes us unique. (2023/24) -------------------- My family help me grow and develop in many ways. (2024/25)	No unit for this TD theme	We can express ourselves artistically using colours (2023/24) -------------------- Stories are a way to communicate thoughts, feeling, experiences and ideas. (2024/25)	Materials behave in different ways and have different uses. -------------------- Toys are designed to spark creativity, exploration, and learning through play.	People in our community do different jobs that help us every day.	People have a responsibility to care for living things.
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6		• what we look like (our characteristics) • what we can do (our abilities) • what we like or dislike (Our similarities and differences) -------------------- • structures of families • ways families care for each other • how families interact together		• using light and shade to explore and play with colours • the way colours are used to create art • expressing ourselves with colours -------------------- • stories from around the world • different ways of performing a story • what we can learn from stories	• different types of materials and how they look and feel • how different materials can be used • how materials can be changed -------------------- • different types of toys • function of toys • ways toys encourage discovery	• different types of jobs. • exploring what people do in their jobs • exploring how jobs help us and our community	• characteristics and needs of living things • how people care for living things • Our impact on living things
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8		Form, Function, Connection -------------------- Form, Function, Connection		Form, Connection, Perspective -------------------- Form, Connection, Perspective	Form, Function, Change -------------------- Form, function, causation	Function, Causation, Responsibility	Form, Causation, Responsibility
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10	K2	Friendship has an impact on development, health and wellbeing	No unit for this TD theme	People around the world use music and dance to express themselves.	All living things go through a process of change.	Transportation has a large impact on a community.	No unit for this TD theme
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12		• developing and maintaining friendship • shared values in friendship • responsibility as a friend		• music and dance are ways of expressions • differences and similarities of music and dance across the world • structure and patterns in music and dance	• how living things develop • needs of living things • similarities and differences of living things • consequences of breaking of breaking the cycle	• different modes of transportation • purposes of different modes of transportation • ways the environment and transportation have an impact on each other
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14		Function, Causation, Responsibility		Form, Connection, Perspective	Form, Causation, Change	Form, Function, Connection
15		Communication, Systems, consequences, fairness, rights		Relationships, Identity, Diversity	Consequences, Similarities and differences, cycles	Culture, Celebrations, Traditions
16	P1	A holistic approach can lead to a balanced lifestyle.	Traditional tales are different around the world.	Creativity allows us to explore ways to play, interact and learn together.	Weather has an impact on the earth and living things.	Signs and symbols can be used to communicate ideas and information	Living things have certain requirements from their environments in order to grow and stay healthy.
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18		• Elements of a balanced lifestyle. • Ways we can be responsible for our social, emotional and physical well-being. • Factors that affect our choices.	•The structure of traditional stories • stories and folktales from diverse cultures • Gender stereotypes within stories	Creativity can be different for different people, communities develop creativity based on needs, There are different types of creativity.	• seasons affect the weather • Science skills help us to learn more about the weather • how the weather affects the behavior of living things	•Reasons for signs and symbols, Why signs and symbols are different based on time and place. Creating and presenting Signs and symbols.	• Different types of habitats • Our needs and the needs of other living things • Ways habitats are affected by us
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20		Form, Perspective, Responsibility	Connection, Perspective, Function	Change, Causation, Perspective	Causation, Change, Form	Function, Connection, Form	Responsibility, Function, Causation
21		Reproduction, Growth, Habitats	Equality, Family structures, Children's rights		Teamwork, Communication, Creativity	ideas, messages, communication	Gender stereotypes, Community Needs and wants
22	P2	Exploring and learning about ourselves help us grow and understand who we truly are.	Family histories provide an insight into cultural and personal identity.	Through the arts people express their ideas and feelings.	How space exploration leads to our understanding of our place in the universe.	Goods and Services are exchanged in many ways	The choices we make have an impact on our environment.
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24		• Understanding my thoughts and feelings What makes me happy and healthy Strategies to manage all feelings	•Everyone has a family history •The value of artifacts and customs in a family •Similarities and differences between generations within a family	• Different modes of expression • Messages in art • Our reactions to the arts	• Exploring the planets and stars • Space travel beyond Earth’s boundaries • The impact of the Sun and Moon on Earth	• Currency through time • How currency effects everyday life The differences between wants and needs	• Types of environments. • A balanced environment requires teamwork
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26		Connection and change.	Function, Causation, Connection	Form, Connection, Perspective	Function, Causation, Change	Form, Function	Causation, Change, Responsibility
27		Conservation, Environment	Relationships and growth.	Expression, Resilience, Empathy, Aesthetics, Creativity, Imagitation	Needs and Wants, Impact of the internet	International culture	Risk-taking, Curiosity, Technology
28	P3	Many systems in our body work together to help us function.	Explorations lead to discoveries, opportunities and new understandings.	Media is a powerful tool for expression.	Inventions and innovations transform quality of life.	An inclusive community is built through compassion and understanding.	Equal access to the Earth's resources provides challenges for the global community.
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30		• The systems that work inside our bodies. • How these systems work together • Our responsibility in keeping our bodies healthy	• Motivations for exploration • The benefits and consequences of exploration on society • Exploration and discoveries in history	• Forms and purposes of print and digital media. • Using media to communicate. • How we are influenced by media.	• Inventions and their impact on society • Reasons we invent • The process of design	• Your role in a community • Agreements and expectations • Laws and rules shape societies	• Types of resources • The distribution of resources • Challenges to have equal opportunities
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34	P4	Cultural diversity enriches our understanding of the world and shapes our identities.	Influential leaders bring about change that may affect us all.	The design of something can change how well it works and how it looks.	Energy impacts human progress and the environment	Responsiblity and respect help us to achieve a common goal.	Diverse and healthy oceans are important to the earth.
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36		• The elements of cultural identity and their significance. • How cultural perspectives influence behaviours and interactions. • Celebrating and respecting cultural diversity in our community and beyond.	• Being influential and influenced • The achievements and important decisions of leaders • The benefits and consequences of being a leader	• Elements and principles of design. • Functionality and innovative solutions. • Sustainable design practices.	• Different forms and sources of energy • Ways energy can be transferred and stored. Access to energy is important to progress.	• Communication skills and strategies • Team member roles and responibilities • Effective ways to negotiate	• Marine life and habitats • Interdependence between humans and marine life • oceans drive global systems
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38		Form, Connection, Responsibiity	Causation, Perspective, Responsibility	Form, Function, Responsibility	Form, Causation, Change	Change, Perspective, Responsibility	Form, Connection, Responsibility
39			Exploration, Relationship, Interdependence		Appreciation, Communication, Initiative	Diversity, Life cycles, Identity	Boundries, Creativity, Strategies
40	P5	Adolescence brings about physical, emotional and social changes.	Technological advancements shape our world and require responsible use.	Religion and traditions help us connect with others and show our identities.	Humans adapt to the Earth’s continuous changes.	Systems and structures are created to meet the needs of communities.	Students make their own.
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42		• The changes that occur during adolescence • Responding to changes • Differing perspectives on boundaries and privacy	• Types of technology • the evolution of technology • responsible digital citizenship	• Religions and beliefs can connect and disconnect people • The diversity of religions around the world • Factors that impact the practise of traditions and rituals	• Natural phenomena on Earth • Reasons the Earth changes • Human responses to Earth’s changes		Students make their own.
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