The Year 3 Epic Times
February, 2015
Unit of Inquiry: How We Express Ourselves
Our central idea is:
An appreciation of nature can be expressed through various art forms.
Our questions are:
- What are some different art forms / types of creative expression? (form)
- What do people like / appreciate about nature? (form)
- How do people express their appreciation of nature through different forms / types of creative expression? (function)
- How do people interpret and evaluate creative expression? (perspective)
Targeted learner profile characteristics include:
- knowledgeable
- open-minded
- reflective
Targeted PYP attitudes include:
- creativity
- curiosity
- enthusiasm
- appreciation
How we Express Ourselves Provocation
To kick-start our new unit of inquiry students brought to school a range of artifacts to stimulate their thinking and engage in discussions about, ‘What is art?’ As another 'exploratorium' experience, each artifact reflected a diverse range of thinking and understanding about Art. Pictures, sculptures, sports objects, architecture, bike tricks, break dancing and graffiti were just some of the representations.
As part of this provocation, students were also given the opportunity to experience a live musical demonstration from flautist Linda Stuckey, a DC parent and member of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra.
Integrated Mathematics and Language Arts Units
- curved
- prism
- surface
- rotation
- reflection
- edge
- straight
- stack
- flat
- vertical
- angle
To develop conceptual understanding, we encourage you to translate and discuss any of these mathematical terms in your child's mother-tongue.
In Language Arts, students will develop their understanding of the purpose, structure and language features of poems. Students will be exposed to haiku, cinquain, acrostic, free verse, rhyme and limerick poetry. The unit will develop students' skill and vocabulary as they explore alliteration, simile, onomatopoeia and metaphors. Students will also develop their creativity and critical thinking skills.
Chinese New Year Celebrations
3KCL Assembly
Class Captains (Term 2)
3CTA: Jessie Hudson and Eatson Lin
3EBN: Nicole Rodrigues and Oliver Cresswell
3JES: Kiera Black and Krish Bandari
3KCL: Lara Gaeta and George Heggie