Example

of refinement of units across grade levels

GRADE 5 GRADE 4 GRADE 4

2008-2009 2013-2014 2016-2017
How we express ourselves Grade 5 How we express ourselves Grade 5 Who we are Grade 4

Central idea: Central idea: Central idea:
By understanding and appreciating similarities in Peoples beliefs and values are reflected in the The diversity of beliefs and values challenges our
beliefs, people are in a better position to tolerate choices they make. perception of the world.
differences.
Lines of inquiry: Lines of inquiry:
Lines of inquiry: The origin and development of beliefs Origin and development of beliefs
People are connected through religious Systems of belief Individual and societal values
placement in the world Our personal beliefs Coexistence between different beliefs and
The history of how these religions came to be
values
How various religions view different topics
What various religions look like in every-day life

Key concepts: Key concepts: Key concepts:
Form, Connection, Perspective, Reflection Form, Perspective, Reflection Connection, Responsibility, Reflection

Learner Profile: Learner Profile: Learner Profile:
Open-minded Inquirers, Principled Principled, Open-minded, Balanced, reflective

Attitudes: Attitudes: Attitudes:
Respect, Tolerance Empathy, Respect, Tolerance Integrity, Respect, Tolerance