The document outlines a curriculum unit on the solar system that runs from July 28th to September 5th. It will explore the structure and movements within our solar system, how the earth's movements affect seasons, weather, the moon's phases, and day and night. Students will become knowledgeable inquirers focusing on understanding what the universe and solar system are made of and how the solar system impacts our lives.

1. UOI: Everything revolves
around the Sun
Transdisciplinary Theme:
How the world works
Key Concepts:
• Form - What is the Solar System like?
• Change – How does the movements of the Earth affect
life on it?
• Function – How does our Solar System work?
Related Concepts:
• Perspective
CENTRAL IDEA
The Sun, Moon, and planets follow certain predictable laws of movement.
An inquiry into:
• The structure of the Solar
System.
• Earth movements (seasons,
weather and climate, phases of
the Moon, day and night)
Attitudes Focus:
• Commitment
• Curiosity
Learner Profile Focus:
• Knowledgeable
• Inquirers
PERIOD: From July 28th to September 5th.
Teacher Questions:
• What is the Universe made up of?
• What are the characteristics and
components of the Solar System?
• How does the Solar System affect our lives?
• What is the Sun?
• What causes day and night?
• Which are the phases of the Moon?
• Why does weather change through the
year?