appreciate the unique characteristics, interests, gifts and talents of others: • appreciate feelings, ideas, stories and experiences shared by others (C, I) • value oral traditions of others (C) • appreciate that French and English are Canada’s official languages (C, I)

K.1.3

Depth 1

examine what makes them unique individuals by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions for inquiry: • What are my gifts, interests, talents and characteristics? (I) • How do my gifts, interests, talents and characteristics make me a unique individual? (I) • How do culture and language contribute to my unique identity? (I, C) • What is the origin and/or significance of my given names? (I)

K.1.4

Depth 1

explore how we demonstrate respect for ourselves and others by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions for inquiry: • What are the origins of the people in our school, groups or communities? (C, LPP) • How can we show interest and sensitivity toward social, physical, cultural and linguistic diversity in the school, groups and communities? (CC, I) • Why is speaking French and/or English important in our school, groups, or communities? (C, CC) • How can we show respect and acceptance of people as they are? (C, I)

K.2.1

Depth 1

value how personal stories express what it means to belong (I)

K.2.2

Depth 1

value and respect significant people in their lives: • appreciate the important contributions of individuals at home, at school and in the community (C, CC)

K.2.3

Depth 1

appreciate how their participation in their communities affects their sense of belonging (CC, I) • develop an awareness of the importance of sharing the responsibility for caring for the environment (C, LPP) • appreciate the impact that group members have on each other (C, CC) • demonstrate respect for the diverse ways individuals cooperate, work and play together (C, PADM) • assume responsibility for personal actions, words and choices (C)

K.2.4

Depth 1

examine the characteristics and interests that bring people together in groups by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions for inquiry: • What brings people together in a group? (CC) • What might we share with people in other groups? (CC) • Can we belong to several groups at one time? (I, GC) • How do we know that we belong to groups or communities? (CC, I) • Does everyone belong to a group or a community? (CC) • How does living and participating in your community affect your sense of belonging? (CC, I)

K.2.5

Depth 1

K.2.5 examine ways in which people create a climate of cooperation by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions for inquiry: • What are the rules at home, at school and in the community? (PADM) • Are there similar rules at home, at school and in the community? (PADM) • What are the benefits of working cooperatively with others? (CC) • What are challenges that groups face in creating a peaceful atmosphere? (C, CC) • In what ways can people contribute to a group or community? (CC) • What actions show care and concern for the environment? (C, LPP)

K.S.1

Depth 1

develop skills of critical thinking and creative thinking: • consider ideas and information from varied sources • compare and contrast information provided

K.S.2

Depth 1

develop skills of historical thinking: • recognize that some activities or events occur at particular times of the day or year • differentiate between events and activities that occurred recently and long ago

K.S.3

Depth 1

develop skills of geographic thinking: • recognize familiar places or points of reference in their surroundings • ask geographic questions, such as asking for directions

K.S.4

Depth 1

demonstrate the skills of decision making and problem solving: • provide ideas and strategies to contribute to decision making and problem solving

K.S.5

Depth 1

demonstrate the skills of cooperation, conflict resolution and consensus building: • consider the needs of others • work and play in harmony with others to create a safe and caring environment • demonstrate a willingness to share space and resources

K.S.6

Depth 1

develop age-appropriate behaviour for social involvement as responsible citizens contributing to their community, such as: • being a classroom helper

K.S.7

Depth 1

apply the research process: • ask questions to make meaning of a topic • gather information on a particular topic from a variety of sources, e.g., illustrations, photographs, videos, objects, auditory cues

K.S.8

Depth 1

demonstrate skills of oral, written and visual literacy: • listen to others in a socially appropriate manner • respond appropriately to comments and questions, using language respectful of human diversity

K.S.9

Depth 1

develop skills of media literacy: • determine the main points or ideas in a media presentation

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