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Central idea Key concepts Related concepts

WWA An inquiry into the nature of the self; of our beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including communities, and cultures; rights an responsibilities; what it means to be human.

WWAIPAT An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.

HWEO 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.

We grow and change in many different ways as we transition through life.

Past human ideas influence Some forms of art and the course of history. communication stand the test of time.

Change, form, function Puberty, transition,

Connection, causation, Reflection, responsibility, Change perspective Innovation, progress, history Sustainability, advocacy

HTWW 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 the environment. Biodiversity relies on maintaining the interdependent balance of organisms within and between systems. Connection, reflection, causation Biodiversity, conservation, interdependence The connections between organisms within ecosystems Factors that influence balance within the natural world

HWOO 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.

STP 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.

Economic activity relies on Children world wide systems of production, encounter a range of exchange and consumption. challenges, risks and opportunities. Connection, function, responsibility Financial literacy, consumerism, interdependence The role of supply and demand Perspective, form, change Rights, justice, equality

Lines of inquiry Challenges presented by

internal and external changes in our lives Factors that contribute to well being during adolescence The physical, social, intellectual and emotional changes that occur

Major turning points in history

Advocacy as sustainable action

Accidental inevntion versus The relationship between planned design quality and sustainability Chinese ingenuity and how it connects to rest of world

Equality within global markets

Challenges, risks and opportunities that children encounter locally and globally How children respond to challenges, risks and opportunities Ways in which individuals, organisations and strategies that can be used to protect children

Our responsibility as Equilibirum biodiversity and consumers humans