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Social Studies-
1. Diversity in Cultural groups- History videos, slide shows, videos, flash cards, field trips
2. Responsible behavior in caring for the environment- garbage clean ups on walks, recycling, water cycle, waste, solar energy
3. Mi’kmaq studies- Books, videos, Reservations, Habitation, Music, Art, respect for nature
4. Recognizing everyone has their own wants and needs- Interview others, Journal, compare/ contrast, Games- Altering needs and wants- Life, Easy Money, Monopoly- reflect on how their goals changed throughout the game, discuss how it compares in reality
Health Education-
1. Health benefits, healthy mind, and body- books, flash cards- emotions, zones of regulation, mental health, meditation, yoga, quiet time. Food groups, healthy vs unhealthy factors at play, videos, gym time, importance of body movement and positive self-talk, identifying red flags and setting boundaries
2. Empathy for others- Compassion, social cues, understanding and recognizing setting boundaries, narcissistic behaviors, problem solving strategies, how to cope with strong emotions, role playing, posters, examples, Discuss differences, stereotypes, genders, sexualities, disabilities, mental health
3. Safety at home, schools, and around the community- expected vs unexpected behaviors- fire drills, lock down drill, electricity, computer security, road safety, strangers, approaching animals. Gentle reminders, creating habits.
4. Discuss changes that happen during puberty, communication tools to help them cope. Physical fitness activities that will help. Anxiety- signs and symptoms- when to get help, discuss choices they may face- peer pressure, smoking, gambling, drugs and so on. Healthy conversations and ways to set boundaries. Emphasis on the word No and why we may feel bad when we say it, but that it is our body, our lives, our choice.
Information and Communication Technology-
1. Using ICT responsibly- Posters, Visuals, Reminders- briefs before use. Ask them what they think is appropriate and how they know the difference
2. Appropriate use of information online- Is this safe? Tips for seeing the red flags.
3. Safety and personal info online- What you should or should not share, internet use, parental controls
4. Ethical implications when using IT- Study the negative side of the internet and how quickly things can go south without precautions. (Grade appropriate examples rather than scare tactics)
5. Use of grade appropriate digital tools- How to utilize tools available to them. Searching, sorting through the irrelevant. Search engines, fact checking. Reliable vs unreliable information.
Visual Arts-
1. ICT for art and sharing with others- Paint program, Pattern and paint by numbers apps, layering for 3D effects, Code Spark stories, Transferring their art to computer- printing, emailing, altering
2. Cultural Studies art pieces- respect and sensitivity- Art pieces from around the world, appreciating, creating, interpreting, presenting
3. Study Art and art making processes- Draw, Paint, Collage, Clay Café, Glass blowing, Makeup, Body paints, tattooing, baking, model building, sculpting, pastels, texturizing, stamping, etching, ink work, light bright, tracing tablet, Cricut machine, Stencils- Brainstorming, rough sketch and finalizing their projects
4. Explore and manipulate a range of materials, technologies, and processes- Use of materials from home, collect nature based items on scavenger hunts, create art with those items, Input art work into code spark and create a story, creating T-shirts, crafts as gifts, drawing what they see in nature. Art projects with a variety of textures
5. Explore visuals in natural vs man made environments- Example project- What do you think this place looked like before this building was here? Draw that. Linework from nature vs humans. Patterns, materials, discuss processes to obtain each material used- mindful of environmental impact for human use.

Science-
1. Animal Life cycles- Studying, comparing, considering our effects on their habitats- walk through trails- photograph and imagine what animal lives in each, research that animal, fun facts, zoo tycoon, terrariums, labeling, flash cards, note taking, art and habitat recreations, innovative ideas that may help animals thrive for longer. Types of animals, differences, coloring fact sheets.
2. Charting, collecting data- recording observations, graphing, experiments, daily temp logs, weather patterns. Track our waste.
3. Earth and Space, Air, and water- Observe weather, reading a variety of discovery books, incorporating arts and crafts- solar system model, water cycle, experiment kits, Gravity, Magnets, Pollution- our effects on each.
4. Physical science and chemistry- Liquids and Solids- creating and monitoring solutions, measurements, recording changes, Ice and steam projects, slime making, experiments, sensory play
5. Movement- Study what makes a variety of objects move, create our own- Rabbit vs frog story study and discussion, paper airplanes, DIY toy boat, solar powered robot, DJ bot, intro to coding, and engineering
Integrated Language Arts and Technology-
1. Communication skills- Active listening, manners, asking and responding appropriately, sensitivity/ mindfulness, respect for others and self, forming and voicing opinions, groups vs 1 on 1 conversations, expanding vocabulary. Explore, clarify, extend, and reflect (Discussions, rather than directions, leading by example)
2. Social cues- consider factors- situation, audience, bias, social games, positive solutions when working through tough emotions, solving conflict
3. Strategic Processing- minimize finger pointing when reading, independent reading, use of punctuation, pausing, reading out loud, reading logs, book reports, character studies. Poetry, rhythm, and expression, word searches, puzzles, games, study tips, spelling testing, spell check
4. Print and Digital Texts- Writing, typing. Power points, coding stories, educational apps, workbooks, photography, reflection, imagining. Discuss researching and reusing information- copyright guidelines, plagiarism, permission, and recognition
5. Fiction vs Non-fiction- study book contents- Title, author, illustrations, table of contents, references, report on what they learned, research similar books online, epic books, library
6. Cultural Contexts- book studies, comparisons, digital research, deep conversations, poetry, films and discussions, recipes- monthly cultural study, cooking new foods, appreciating beliefs and differences
7. Connecting Text to reality- forming opinions, reading between the lines, understanding conflict and resolution, sharing their opinions and reflect on why they feel that way, what would have changed their minds?
8. Writing Processes- brainstorming, drafting, revision, editing. Word identification- details, description words. Mad libs, poetry, short stories, journaling, research, describing out loud, record free play and type it up and ask them to elaborate on their stories, word studies, word wall, identify words in sentences, interview formats, creative writing, journaling, observations, brain storms, book reports, retell a story
Gaelic, French and Sign Language-
Speaking and Listening- Introduction to use of expressions, questions and answers and how to respond- enunciation, YouTube videos, bingo, songs, story-telling, dance, interview, sight word posters, power point- record their own voices, create story in Codespark with new words, greetings, everyday words and phrases
Reading and Writing- Introduction to familiar words and expressions in print. Practice consistently- flash cards, power points, posters
Cultural Awareness- Study history, parts of the world where each language is used, identify obstacles they may face trying to communicate with a language barrier.

Math-
1. Number sequencing- Counting by 2s, 3s, etc. Forward and backwards. Odd vs even, patterns, hundreds chart, build work out routine, count things around the house,
2. 3D vs 2D shapes- Creating patterns, equations, altering. Manipulatives, shape sorting, stamping
3. Decimals- manipulatives, fractions, money, practice sheets, rack and rack, online fraction builder, baking, show work
4. Mental math- Compare and order, estimate, break down, add up, multiply, divide. Visual, written, oral. Story problems, real life examples, Work sheets, weekly mental math testing, record, and graph growth.
5. Patterns and Relations- Increasing patterns, break down patterns, create numerical patterns out of non-numerical patterns from manipulatives, compare, equal, greater or less than, weight, mass, scale- heavier or lighter
6. Measurement- Calendar Study and break down, units of measurement, length, height, mass, distance- unit posters, construction projects, measuring tape, ruler, measuring cups, volume, baking
7. Math experiments- measure attributes of an object in multiple locations, notice any changes. Pouring water, measuring, and remeasuring
8. Geometry- Sorting 2D and 3D shapes- Montessori cards, block sorting, drawing, spinning, examine from all sides. Recreate on computer. Identify shapes, create using clay, paper, other materials
9. Statistics and Probability- Gather and record data- graphing, interviewing, statistics, tallies, check marks, listing, pictographs, pie charts, create and solve equations

Music-
1. Listen, reflect, create, perform- rhythm, tempo, pitch, voice movement, instruments, textures. Sound effects
2. Instruments- Learning notes, identify and recreate. Tuning, concepts, expression- poetry, dancing, singing. Identifying instruments and their sounds. Percussion study, Plays, concerts, Music Studies, Videos, Lessons, piano lessons app, Mario music maker
3. Melody and Pitch- tone and range- sing-alongs, voice lessons, creating a beat, emotion project- create sounds for different emotions, study sound-track examples- how does sound help emphasize and express
4. Study Music from different cultures- Identify sounds, instruments- recreate. Dance interpretation. Watch DRUM, Meditation, and nature sounds. Discuss the use of sound and compare to other parts of the world, differences, and similarities, lyrics vs music, create a song

Phys Ed-
1. Developmentally appropriate understanding of physical fitness. Cardiorespiratory endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition
2. Persistency- Effort in trying to get better at different types of activities- dance, throwing, catching. Work through frustration, discuss feelings as they arise- validate practice makes progress
3. Body awareness- Creative movements in dance, yoga, stretching, check ins- identify what feels good, what needs work, practice, record progress. Cultural studies- learn dances
4. Movement concepts- Gymnastics- Balancing, transitions. Create a routine, practice, and preform. Floor is lava game on playground, monkey bars, balance beam, gym mats. Single or group activities- Create a chair with 2 people and 3rd one sits, Support partner on legs, wheelbarrow race, piggy-back ride, partner or single somersault, pyramid person. Trampoline jumps and flips. Incorporate movements into a routine example- sit, stand, balance, arms up, out, down, legs bent, legs straight, jump, turn, swing, spin, dismount.
5. Fundamental Movement Skills- Outdoor activities- Walk, hike, snow shoe, climb tree, rock climb, hopscotch, jump rope, catch, baseball, basketball, swimming, skating, obstacle courses, soccer, bean bag toss, relay race, toss ball at wall and take a step back each time you catch it. Mini golf, Snow angels, building snow sculptures, biking, scooter, skateboard
6. Indoors- Stretching, Yoga, Zumba, Circuit training, Barre legs, Martial arts, Movement Stories, Dance, creating a workout routine, exercise ball, strength training, jump rope, “Mommy says” acting out etc
7. Decision making- Discuss and practice ways to solve problems when moving among people- floor is lava game, observing people in stores, driving etc. Communicating feelings about physical activities, journaling about them
8. Safety of self and others- fair play, respect for others, following directions, personal space, sharing, self-awareness and communication

Environmental Studies-
1. Connecting with nature- animal studies, habitats, eating habits, life cycles, prey. Observing- cloud watching, beach waves, climate changes, plant and rock studies
2. Understanding- Discuss global climate issues and highlight issues in our region. Share success stories, creating helpful habits, mindfulness around waste. Ways in which the earth is at risk and what we can do about it.
3. Plan, practice, research, deliver- Create a power point project around a topic of choice- record local plant and animal life, take a photo when we see litter and create a collage. Clean up garbage on our walks. Climate related scavenger hunt- drippy faucet, trash, lights left on, biking, walking, exhaust
4. Create- Artistic projects- rock painting and placing around trails, growing our own food, paper-mache earth- before, during and after people, create a giant board game out of a sheet. Climate tracking apps. Earth Ranger quests. Climate science fair, create a PSA, poems,
stories, posters, collage, art pieces
5. Volunteer- River associate- Water Conservation, Garbage clean up, community garden, homeless shelter, animal shelters, etc

Description
Social Studies-
1. Diversity in Cultural groups- History videos, slide shows, videos, flash cards, field trips
2. Responsible behavior in caring for the environment- garbage clean ups on walks, recycling, water cycle, waste, solar energy
3. Mi’kmaq studies- Books, videos, Reservations, Habitation, Music, Art, respect for nature
4. Recognizing everyone has their own wants and needs- Interview others, Journal, compare/ contrast, Games- Altering needs and wants- Life, Easy Money, Monopoly- reflect on how their goals changed throughout the game, discuss how it compares in reality
Health Education-
1. Health benefits, healthy mind, and body- books, flash cards- emotions, zones of regulation, mental health, meditation, yoga, quiet time. Food groups, healthy vs unhealthy factors at play, videos, gym time, importance of body movement and positive self-talk, identifying red flags and setting boundaries
2. Empathy for others- Compassion, social cues, understanding and recognizing setting boundaries, narcissistic behaviors, problem solving strategies, how to cope with strong emotions, role playing, posters, examples, Discuss differences, stereotypes, genders, sexualities, disabilities, mental health
3. Safety at home, schools, and around the community- expected vs unexpected behaviors- fire drills, lock down drill, electricity, computer security, road safety, strangers, approaching animals. Gentle reminders, creating habits.
4. Discuss changes that happen during puberty, communication tools to help them cope. Physical fitness activities that will help. Anxiety- signs and symptoms- when to get help, discuss choices they may face- peer pressure, smoking, gambling, drugs and so on. Healthy conversations and ways to set boundaries. Emphasis on the word No and why we may feel bad when we say it, but that it is our body, our lives, our choice.
Information and Communication Technology-
1. Using ICT responsibly- Posters, Visuals, Reminders- briefs before use. Ask them what they think is appropriate and how they know the difference
2. Appropriate use of information online- Is this safe? Tips for seeing the red flags.
3. Safety and personal info online- What you should or should not share, internet use, parental controls
4. Ethical implications when using IT- Study the negative side of the internet and how quickly things can go south without precautions. (Grade appropriate examples rather than scare tactics)
5. Use of grade appropriate digital tools- How to utilize tools available to them. Searching, sorting through the irrelevant. Search engines, fact checking. Reliable vs unreliable information.
Visual Arts-
1. ICT for art and sharing with others- Paint program, Pattern and paint by numbers apps, layering for 3D effects, Code Spark stories, Transferring their art to computer- printing, emailing, altering
2. Cultural Studies art pieces- respect and sensitivity- Art pieces from around the world, appreciating, creating, interpreting, presenting
3. Study Art and art making processes- Draw, Paint, Collage, Clay Café, Glass blowing, Makeup, Body paints, tattooing, baking, model building, sculpting, pastels, texturizing, stamping, etching, ink work, light bright, tracing tablet, Cricut machine, Stencils- Brainstorming, rough sketch and finalizing their projects
4. Explore and manipulate a range of materials, technologies, and processes- Use of materials from home, collect nature based items on scavenger hunts, create art with those items, Input art work into code spark and create a story, creating T-shirts, crafts as gifts, drawing what they see in nature. Art projects with a variety of textures
5. Explore visuals in natural vs man made environments- Example project- What do you think this place looked like before this building was here? Draw that. Linework from nature vs humans. Patterns, materials, discuss processes to obtain each material used- mindful of environmental impact for human use.

Science-
1. Animal Life cycles- Studying, comparing, considering our effects on their habitats- walk through trails- photograph and imagine what animal lives in each, research that animal, fun facts, zoo tycoon, terrariums, labeling, flash cards, note taking, art and habitat recreations, innovative ideas that may help animals thrive for longer. Types of animals, differences, coloring fact sheets.
2. Charting, collecting data- recording observations, graphing, experiments, daily temp logs, weather patterns. Track our waste.
3. Earth and Space, Air, and water- Observe weather, reading a variety of discovery books, incorporating arts and crafts- solar system model, water cycle, experiment kits, Gravity, Magnets, Pollution- our effects on each.
4. Physical science and chemistry- Liquids and Solids- creating and monitoring solutions, measurements, recording changes, Ice and steam projects, slime making, experiments, sensory play
5. Movement- Study what makes a variety of objects move, create our own- Rabbit vs frog story study and discussion, paper airplanes, DIY toy boat, solar powered robot, DJ bot, intro to coding, and engineering
Integrated Language Arts and Technology-
1. Communication skills- Active listening, manners, asking and responding appropriately, sensitivity/ mindfulness, respect for others and self, forming and voicing opinions, groups vs 1 on 1 conversations, expanding vocabulary. Explore, clarify, extend, and reflect (Discussions, rather than directions, leading by example)
2. Social cues- consider factors- situation, audience, bias, social games, positive solutions when working through tough emotions, solving conflict
3. Strategic Processing- minimize finger pointing when reading, independent reading, use of punctuation, pausing, reading out loud, reading logs, book reports, character studies. Poetry, rhythm, and expression, word searches, puzzles, games, study tips, spelling testing, spell check
4. Print and Digital Texts- Writing, typing. Power points, coding stories, educational apps, workbooks, photography, reflection, imagining. Discuss researching and reusing information- copyright guidelines, plagiarism, permission, and recognition
5. Fiction vs Non-fiction- study book contents- Title, author, illustrations, table of contents, references, report on what they learned, research similar books online, epic books, library
6. Cultural Contexts- book studies, comparisons, digital research, deep conversations, poetry, films and discussions, recipes- monthly cultural study, cooking new foods, appreciating beliefs and differences
7. Connecting Text to reality- forming opinions, reading between the lines, understanding conflict and resolution, sharing their opinions and reflect on why they feel that way, what would have changed their minds?
8. Writing Processes- brainstorming, drafting, revision, editing. Word identification- details, description words. Mad libs, poetry, short stories, journaling, research, describing out loud, record free play and type it up and ask them to elaborate on their stories, word studies, word wall, identify words in sentences, interview formats, creative writing, journaling, observations, brain storms, book reports, retell a story
Gaelic, French and Sign Language-
Speaking and Listening- Introduction to use of expressions, questions and answers and how to respond- enunciation, YouTube videos, bingo, songs, story-telling, dance, interview, sight word posters, power point- record their own voices, create story in Codespark with new words, greetings, everyday words and phrases
Reading and Writing- Introduction to familiar words and expressions in print. Practice consistently- flash cards, power points, posters
Cultural Awareness- Study history, parts of the world where each language is used, identify obstacles they may face trying to communicate with a language barrier.

Math-
1. Number sequencing- Counting by 2s, 3s, etc. Forward and backwards. Odd vs even, patterns, hundreds chart, build work out routine, count things around the house,
2. 3D vs 2D shapes- Creating patterns, equations, altering. Manipulatives, shape sorting, stamping
3. Decimals- manipulatives, fractions, money, practice sheets, rack and rack, online fraction builder, baking, show work
4. Mental math- Compare and order, estimate, break down, add up, multiply, divide. Visual, written, oral. Story problems, real life examples, Work sheets, weekly mental math testing, record, and graph growth.
5. Patterns and Relations- Increasing patterns, break down patterns, create numerical patterns out of non-numerical patterns from manipulatives, compare, equal, greater or less than, weight, mass, scale- heavier or lighter
6. Measurement- Calendar Study and break down, units of measurement, length, height, mass, distance- unit posters, construction projects, measuring tape, ruler, measuring cups, volume, baking
7. Math experiments- measure attributes of an object in multiple locations, notice any changes. Pouring water, measuring, and remeasuring
8. Geometry- Sorting 2D and 3D shapes- Montessori cards, block sorting, drawing, spinning, examine from all sides. Recreate on computer. Identify shapes, create using clay, paper, other materials
9. Statistics and Probability- Gather and record data- graphing, interviewing, statistics, tallies, check marks, listing, pictographs, pie charts, create and solve equations

Music-
1. Listen, reflect, create, perform- rhythm, tempo, pitch, voice movement, instruments, textures. Sound effects
2. Instruments- Learning notes, identify and recreate. Tuning, concepts, expression- poetry, dancing, singing. Identifying instruments and their sounds. Percussion study, Plays, concerts, Music Studies, Videos, Lessons, piano lessons app, Mario music maker
3. Melody and Pitch- tone and range- sing-alongs, voice lessons, creating a beat, emotion project- create sounds for different emotions, study sound-track examples- how does sound help emphasize and express
4. Study Music from different cultures- Identify sounds, instruments- recreate. Dance interpretation. Watch DRUM, Meditation, and nature sounds. Discuss the use of sound and compare to other parts of the world, differences, and similarities, lyrics vs music, create a song

Phys Ed-
1. Developmentally appropriate understanding of physical fitness. Cardiorespiratory endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition
2. Persistency- Effort in trying to get better at different types of activities- dance, throwing, catching. Work through frustration, discuss feelings as they arise- validate practice makes progress
3. Body awareness- Creative movements in dance, yoga, stretching, check ins- identify what feels good, what needs work, practice, record progress. Cultural studies- learn dances
4. Movement concepts- Gymnastics- Balancing, transitions. Create a routine, practice, and preform. Floor is lava game on playground, monkey bars, balance beam, gym mats. Single or group activities- Create a chair with 2 people and 3rd one sits, Support partner on legs, wheelbarrow race, piggy-back ride, partner or single somersault, pyramid person. Trampoline jumps and flips. Incorporate movements into a routine example- sit, stand, balance, arms up, out, down, legs bent, legs straight, jump, turn, swing, spin, dismount.
5. Fundamental Movement Skills- Outdoor activities- Walk, hike, snow shoe, climb tree, rock climb, hopscotch, jump rope, catch, baseball, basketball, swimming, skating, obstacle courses, soccer, bean bag toss, relay race, toss ball at wall and take a step back each time you catch it. Mini golf, Snow angels, building snow sculptures, biking, scooter, skateboard
6. Indoors- Stretching, Yoga, Zumba, Circuit training, Barre legs, Martial arts, Movement Stories, Dance, creating a workout routine, exercise ball, strength training, jump rope, “Mommy says” acting out etc
7. Decision making- Discuss and practice ways to solve problems when moving among people- floor is lava game, observing people in stores, driving etc. Communicating feelings about physical activities, journaling about them
8. Safety of self and others- fair play, respect for others, following directions, personal space, sharing, self-awareness and communication

Environmental Studies-
1. Connecting with nature- animal studies, habitats, eating habits, life cycles, prey. Observing- cloud watching, beach waves, climate changes, plant and rock studies
2. Understanding- Discuss global climate issues and highlight issues in our region. Share success stories, creating helpful habits, mindfulness around waste. Ways in which the earth is at risk and what we can do about it.
3. Plan, practice, research, deliver- Create a power point project around a topic of choice- record local plant and animal life, take a photo when we see litter and create a collage. Clean up garbage on our walks. Climate related scavenger hunt- drippy faucet, trash, lights left on, biking, walking, exhaust
4. Create- Artistic projects- rock painting and placing around trails, growing our own food, paper-mache earth- before, during and after people, create a giant board game out of a sheet. Climate tracking apps. Earth Ranger quests. Climate science fair, create a PSA, poems,
stories, posters, collage, art pieces
5. Volunteer- River associate- Water Conservation, Garbage clean up, community garden, homeless shelter, animal shelters, etc