ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
Grade – FDK
Year 1
WHO WE ARE
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal,
physical, mental, social
and spiritual health;
human relationships
including families, friends,
communities and
cultures; rights and
responsibilities; what it
means to be human.
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of
organizations; societal
decision making; economic
activities and their impact
on humankind and the
environment.
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy our
creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
SHARING THE PLANET
An inquiry into rights and
responsibilities in the
struggle to share finite
resources with other
people and with other
living things; communities
and the relationships
within and between them;
access to equal
opportunities; peace and
conflict resolution.
Central Idea:
Play is conducive to
learning and fosters
innovation, creativity
and curiosity
Journeys create
change and can lead
to new opportunities
Space is filled with
mysterious wonders
Transportation provides
a way for people and
things to move from one
location to another.
There are many ways
to read a story
Many of our daily
nutritional needs
come from a farm
Lines of
Inquiry:
Ways we discover and
develop our interests
Types of journeys
people make
The origin of space
The different forms of
transportation around
the world
What we can learn
from stories
The steps involved
to get food to our
tables
How we learn about
others through play
Choices and decisions
involved in making a
journey
The purpose of the
different forms of
transportation
How we can retell
stories
Promoting play
globally
Key
Concepts:
Function, connection,
perspective
Systems in the
universe
Exploration of space
Changes experienced
because of a journey
Causation and change
Rules of the road and
why they are important
to follow
Form and connection
Function and connection
My favourite stories
IB attitudes
expressed through
literature
Kinds of food grown
on a farm
Different kinds of
farms around the
world
What other
country’s farms
produce
Perspective , form
and reflection
Function,
responsibility,
connection
ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
WHO WE ARE
Grade – FDK
Year 2
Central Idea:
Lines of
Inquiry:
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of
organizations; societal
decision making; economic
activities and their impact
on humankind and the
environment.
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy our
creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
Unique characteristics
and abilities form
people’s identities.
People grow and
change over time.
Animals adapt to
their environment
throughout the
seasons.
Patterns can be seen all
around us.
Creativity can be
expressed through
colour.
People have an
impact on the
environment.
Similarities and
differences amongst
friends
How bodies grow and
change
How seasons affect
living things and their
environment
What makes a pattern
How we use colour
to express our
feelings
Earth’s natural
resources
Different kinds of
habitats
The effect of patterns on
our lives
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal,
physical, mental, social
and spiritual health;
human relationships
including families, friends,
communities and
cultures; rights and
responsibilities; what it
means to be human.
Ways of making and
keeping friends
Characteristics that
make people unique
and special
Respecting the
uniqueness of others
Key
Concepts:
Connection,
Perspective, Reflection
How the five senses
help people learn
How our abilities grow
and change
How our feelings grow
and change
Form, Function,
Change
Different kinds of
patterns
How colours are
made
The impact of colour
on how we see the
world
The ways animals
adapt to seasonal
changes
SHARING THE PLANET
An inquiry into rights and
responsibilities in the
struggle to share finite
resources with other
people and with other
living things; communities
and the relationships
within and between them;
access to equal
opportunities; peace and
conflict resolution.
Ways to care for and
respect our world as
stewards of the
earth
The needs of the
natural world
Relationships
between living and
nonliving things
Causation, Change,
Form
Function, Form, Change
Reflection, Perspective,
Responsibility,
Causation,
Reflection
ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
Grade 1
Central Idea:
Lines of
Inquiry:
WHO WE ARE
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal, physical,
mental, social and spiritual
health; human
relationships including
families, friends,
communities and cultures;
rights and responsibilities;
what it means to be
human.
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of organizations;
societal decision making;
economic activities and their
impact on humankind and
the environment.
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy
our creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
SHARING THE
PLANET
An inquiry into rights
and responsibilities in
the struggle to share
finite resources with
other people and with
other living things;
communities and the
relationships within and
between them; access
to equal opportunities;
peace and conflict
resolution.
Discovery of self and
personal
characteristics
Universal human
needs shape people’s
relationships
Changes in daily and
seasonal cycles affect
living things
Communities are made
up of structures that
provide for people’s
needs
The arts provide
opportunities for
self-expression and
cultural awareness
People share and
take care of the
earth’s resources
Personal
characteristics
Different types of
relationships
Life cycles of plants
and animals
Different types of
materials are used to
build structures
How we express
ideas and feelings
Types of energy
My potential
Seeing myself as an IB
learner
We take care of our
needs and the needs
of others
How roles can change
How human choices
affect plants and
animals
Seasonal changes
affect living things
Characteristics of
seasons
The order, systems, and
physical features of
communities
Cultural dances
around the world
Elements of dance
Ways to conserve
energy
The Earth’s
Resources
Use of resources
Communities provide for
our social and physical
needs
Signs and symbols in the
community
Key
Concepts:
Perspective,
Responsibility,
Reflection
Form, Responsibility,
Reflection
Causation, Change,
Connection
Function, Connection,
Responsibility
Perspective,
Reflection,
Connection
Function,
Connection,
Responsibility
ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
Grade 2
Central Idea:
Lines of
Inquiry:
WHO WE ARE
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal, physical,
mental, social and spiritual
health; human
relationships including
families, friends,
communities and cultures;
rights and responsibilities;
what it means to be
human.
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of organizations;
societal decision making;
economic activities and their
impact on humankind and
the environment.
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy
our creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
SHARING THE
PLANET
An inquiry into rights
and responsibilities in
the struggle to share
finite resources with
other people and with
other living things;
communities and the
relationships within and
between them; access
to equal opportunities;
peace and conflict
resolution.
Cultures are made of a
group’s beliefs and
traditions
Simple machines and
mechanisms make life
easier for humans
Living things grow,
change and adapt to
the natural world to
meet various needs
The world is made up of
many different regions
that have distinct
characteristics which
affect how people in that
region live
Fairy tales allow for
an understanding
about people and
their ways of life
Air and water are
essential materials
for life and have
different properties
Celebrations and
traditions within
cultures
Machines are made
up of more than one
mechanism
Humans and animals
adapt to their
environment
How people around the
world meet their needs
Why we tell
fairytales
Properties of liquids
and solids
Inquiry into inventions
of the past
Our choices have an
impact on animals
People use their regions’
resources in order to
meet their needs
Fairy tales from
around the world
The use of simple
machines in past
civilizations
Appreciation for the
living
The contribution of
cultures to the
community
How traditions are
developed and passed
on
Key
Concepts:
Perspective,
Connection, Reflection
Function, Perspective,
Change
Connection,
Causation, Function
The impact of physical
features and climate on
the ways people live
Function, Perspective,
Change
Fairy tales have a set
structure
Similarities and
differences between
fairy tales
Form, Connection,
Perspective
An inquiry into the
environment.
Living things need air
and water to survive
Humans impact the
quality of air and
water
Responsibility, Form,
Change
ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
WHO WE ARE
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal, physical,
mental, social and spiritual
health; human
relationships including
families, friends,
communities and cultures;
rights and responsibilities;
what it means to be
human.
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of organizations;
societal decision making;
economic activities and their
impact on humankind and
the environment.
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy
our creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
SHARING THE
PLANET
An inquiry into rights
and responsibilities in
the struggle to share
finite resources with
other people and with
other living things;
communities and the
relationships within and
between them; access
to equal opportunities;
peace and conflict
resolution.
Central Idea:
Lessons from the past
and inherent gifts
shape who we are
Human interactions
allow us to make
connections and learn
from each other
The natural
environment and the
forces of nature
impact how living
things meet their
needs
Urban and rural
communities around the
world have different
systems, features and
amenities to provide for
our needs
Poetry presents an
opportunity to
discover and express
ideas and feelings
Soil is an essential
source of life and
nutrients for many
organisms, including
humans
Lines of
Inquiry:
Our gifts can be used
to better the world
Early settlers use the
earth to create
communities
Living things adapt to
the forces of natures
Compare and contrast
how human interactions
and needs are met in
urban and rural
communities
Words can be used
to express emotion
Soil is composed of a
variety of living and
non-living things
Materials, design and
landscape contribute to
the type of structures in
each community
Poetry provides a
lens into others’
thoughts and ideas
Grade 3
Where we come from
(culture, roots,
heritage) impact who
we are
We are all united by
our beliefs and values
Past experiences
provide current
perspectives
Key
Concepts:
Connection,
responsibility and
perspective
Pioneers worked in
partnership with the
First Nations people
How characteristics
of plants relate to
their surrounding
environment
Compare and
contrasts lifestyles
then and now
Interaction/interdep
endence of plants on
humans
Outline challenges
faced by migratory
patterns
Change, perspective
and responsibility
Stewardship is vital
to the sustainability
of the earth
Form, causation and
connection
Poetry has different
styles and forms
The environment
and the surrounding
community are
impacted by soil
conditions
A variety of social and
environmental issues
Change and responsibility
There are a variety
of different types of
soils used for
different purposes
Reflection,
perspective, form
Function, change,
responsibility
ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
WHO WE ARE
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal, physical,
mental, social and spiritual
health; human
relationships including
families, friends,
communities and cultures;
rights and responsibilities;
what it means to be
human.
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of organizations;
societal decision making;
economic activities and their
impact on humankind and
the environment.
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy
our creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
SHARING THE
PLANET
An inquiry into rights
and responsibilities in
the struggle to share
finite resources with
other people and with
other living things;
communities and the
relationships within and
between them; access
to equal opportunities;
peace and conflict
resolution.
Central Idea:
Understanding
strengths and
weaknesses encourage
personal growth
Early civilizations are
the foundation upon
which societies rest
Habitats and
communities support
the basic needs of
living things
Each country is unique in
terms of its physical
characteristics and
natural resources
Light and sound are
used as a means to
express a culture’s
heritage and
traditions around the
world
Human activity
involving rocks and
minerals affect the
environment in
various ways
Lines of
Inquiry:
Setting goals help build
strong successful
foundations to our
learning
The interrelationship
between ancient
civilizations and their
environment
Factors affecting
habitats and
communities of
plants and animals
Natural resources and
how to get them
Light is used as a
means of expression
Physical properties
of rocks and
minerals
Acknowledging our
weaknesses will help
us improve our
learning
How various human,
physical and social
needs were met
Interrelationships of
living things within a
specific habitat
How modern societies
have been influenced
by ancient civilizations
Plants and animals
within a specific
habitat
Change, Connection,
Perspective
Connection and
Function
Grade 4
Accepting one another
for our differences
promotes acceptance
and diversity
Key
Concepts:
Form, Reflection,
Perspective
Interdependence
between living things and
their environment
(natural and human
impacts)
Ways in which industrial
development and the
natural environment
affect each other
Perspective and Function
How light is used
around the world to
impact personal
safety and society
Light and sound
impact artistic
expression
Responsibility,
Perspective,
Function
How people use
rocks and minerals
The impact of
humans and nature
on the landscape
Causation,
Connection,
Responsibility
ST. JAMES C.G.L.C. PROGRAMME OF INQUIRY
Grade 5
Central Idea:
WHO WE ARE
An inquiry into the nature
of the self; beliefs and
values; personal, physical,
mental, social and spiritual
health; human
relationships including
families, friends,
communities and cultures;
rights and responsibilities;
what it means to be
human.
WHERE WE ARE IN
PLACE AND TIME
An inquiry into orientation
in place and time;
personal histories; homes
and journeys; the
discoveries, explorations
and migrations of
humankind; the
relationships between
and the
interconnectedness of
individuals and
civilizations, from local
and global perspectives.
HOW THE WORLD
WORKS
An inquiry into the
natural world and its
laws; the interaction
between the natural
world (physical and
biological) and human
societies; how humans
use their understanding
of scientific principles;
the impact of scientific
and technological
advances on society and
on the environment.
HOW WE ORGANIZE
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of
human made systems and
communities; the structure
and function of organizations;
societal decision making;
economic activities and their
impact on humankind and
the environment.
HOW WE EXPRESS
OURSELVES
An inquiry into the ways
in which we discover
and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture,
beliefs and values; the
ways in which we reflect
on, extend and enjoy
our creativity; our
appreciation of the
aesthetic.
SHARING THE
PLANET
An inquiry into rights
and responsibilities in
the struggle to share
finite resources with
other people and with
other living things;
communities and the
relationships within and
between them; access
to equal opportunities;
peace and conflict
resolution.
Choices we make and
our behaviours affect
our organ systems and,
in turn, our overall
health
Science and
technology shapes
society
The properties of
materials determine
their use and may
have an effect
on society and the
environment
There are many forms of
government that attempt
to structure a society
Understanding that
cultural diversity can
be expressed
through the arts
Alternative and
renewable sources
of energy are being
developed to ensure
adequate energy
supplies
Structures and
mechanisms
throughout our
environment
Properties and
changes in matter
The purpose and creation
of governments
Relationships
between the French
and the First Nations
The forms and
sources of energy
Differences between
physical and
chemical changes
The characteristics of
different systems of
government
Forces of nature
have an effect on
natural/built
environment and
technological
advances
The connections between
Canada’s three levels of
government
This was our EXHIBITION unit
Lines of
Inquiry:
Various systems in the
body and how they
interact
Your identity and
health
Our responsibility to
make good choices to
maintain healthy body
systems
How medicine and
technology work to
help keep us healthy
How disease and
illness can impact the
body
Forces that act on
structures and
mechanisms
Natural forces have an
effect on society and
the environment
How people in present
time work less due to
technological
developments
How the human
made environment
protects us from our
natural environment
The electoral process
Cooperation and
conflict are inherent
aspects of human
interactions/
relationships.
Different
perspectives of
various communities
Variety of resources
in the world and
Canada
Analyze the
immediate and longterm effects of
energy and resource
use on society and
the environment
Evaluate options for
conserving energy
and resources
Key
Concepts:
Change, Function,
Responsibility
Causation, Change,
Perspective
Month
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
Virtue
Faith
Empathy
Conscience
Hope
Self-control
Respect
Kindness
Love
Acceptance
Fairness
Change, Function,
Form
Responsibility,
Connection, Function
Learner Profile Attribute
Reflective
Balanced
Thinkers
Risk-taker/Courageous
Knowledgeable
Principled
Caring
Inquirers
Open-minded
Communicators
Perspective,
Reflection, Change
Change, Reflection,
Responsibility
Attitude
Appreciation
Empathy
Confidence
Enthusiasm
Commitment and Independent
Respect
Cooperation
Creativity and Curiosity
Tolerance
Integrity