Central ideas of the curriculum:

Who we are
Making balanced choices about daily routines enables us to have a healthy lifestyle.
Homes reflect personal identity and local culture.

Where we are in place and time
Public areas strengthen communities and provide people with opportunities to connect.
Communities are enriched by their members and the different perspectives they bring.

How we express ourselves
People recognize important events through celebrations and traditions.
Imagination is a powerful tool for extending our ability to think, create and express ourselves.

How the world works
All living things go through a process of change.
Understanding the properties of air allows people to make practical applications.

How we organise ourselves
Systems need to be in place to maintain organisation in communities.
Transportation systems are directly related to the needs of a community.

Sharing the planet
People interact with, use and value the natural environment in different ways.
People can establish practices in order to sustain and maintain the Earth’s resources.