We have begun a study into the way systems help us to learn, work, and play together. Students are discovering the interconnectedness of systems, in that when one part does not do it's job the system breaks down.
We have created webs with string, studied lines as systems, and organized the blocks pictured above! Students best described the mess that we had before, "if you don't know where the block you want is, you won't be able to find anything!" We will continue into our study of systems by designing classroom jobs, creating a set of classroom rules, and exploring other systems in our school (the office, the cafeteria, etc.).
While you are with your student around town or at home, point out how systems operate so that people can learn, work, and play together. For example, everyone needs to follow the rules on the road or the stoplight would not be safe. At the store, someone needs to put food on the shelves while other people check the food out in line. All systems are interconnected, with each part playing an important role.
In addition to this study, we will continue our conversation about the IB attribute caring, while also introducing risk-taker and inquirer. Point out with your child when they are being brave by trying new things, or asking important questions about the world around them. All of these attributes work together to create the IB Learner Profile, which will be central to our work this year.
I look forward to speaking to everyone in greater detail about IB on curriculum night! September 29th!
We have created webs with string, studied lines as systems, and organized the blocks pictured above! Students best described the mess that we had before, "if you don't know where the block you want is, you won't be able to find anything!" We will continue into our study of systems by designing classroom jobs, creating a set of classroom rules, and exploring other systems in our school (the office, the cafeteria, etc.).
While you are with your student around town or at home, point out how systems operate so that people can learn, work, and play together. For example, everyone needs to follow the rules on the road or the stoplight would not be safe. At the store, someone needs to put food on the shelves while other people check the food out in line. All systems are interconnected, with each part playing an important role.
In addition to this study, we will continue our conversation about the IB attribute caring, while also introducing risk-taker and inquirer. Point out with your child when they are being brave by trying new things, or asking important questions about the world around them. All of these attributes work together to create the IB Learner Profile, which will be central to our work this year.
I look forward to speaking to everyone in greater detail about IB on curriculum night! September 29th!