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Social Studies
Heritage and Identity: Communities in Canada, 1780 - 1850
The different communities in early-nineteenth-century Canada influence the way we live today.
Social and environmental challenges were a major part of life in all communities in early-nineteenth-century Canada.
Canada was already a multicultural society in 1800.
People and Environment: Living and Working in Ontario
The natural features of the environment influence land use and the type of employment that is available in a region.
Human activities and decisions about land use may alter the environment.
Human activities affect the environment, but the environment also affects human activities.
Science and Technology
Understanding Life Systems: Growth and Changes in Plants
Plants have distinct characteristics.
There are similarities and differences among various types of plants.
Plants are the primary source of food for humans.
Humans need to protect plants and their habitats.
Plants are important to the planet.
Understanding Structures and Mechanisms: Strong and Stable Structures
A structure has both form and function.
Structures are affected by forces acting on them.
Structures need to be strong and stable to be useful.
Understanding Matter and Energy: Forces Causing Movement
There are several types of forces that cause movement.
Forces cause objects to speed up, slow down, or change direction through direct contact or through interaction at a distance.
Forces in nature, such as high winds or water, can have a significant impact on humans and the environment, and need to be regarded with respect.
Understanding Earth and Space Systems: Soils in the Environment
Soil is made up of living and non-living things.
The composition, characteristics, and condition of soil determine its capacity to sustain life.
Soil is an essential source of life and nutrients for many living things.
Living things, including humans, interact with soils and can cause positive or negative changes.
Mathematics
Number Sense
counting
operational sense
quantity
relationships
representation
Measurement
attributes, units, and measurement sense
measurement relationships
Geometry and Spatial Sense
geometric properties of two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional figures
geometric relationships
location and movement
Patterning and Algebra
patterns and relationships
expressions and equality
Data Management and Probability
collection and organization of data
data relationships
probability
Arts
Dance:
there is movement in nature
dance can be integrated into other subjects
dance has a role in community
Drama
:
time and place support the development of role
different communities have different drama traditions
Music
:
music can be represented through notation
the elements of music contribute to meaning
music is used in community
Visual Arts:
works of art can reflect our surroundings.
works of art can tell a story
works of art contain meaningful signs and symbols
Health and Physical Education
Active Living:
being active contributes to personal enjoyment
there are positive cardiorespiratory benefits to physical activity
Movement Competence: Skills, Concepts, and Strategies:
we can control the movement of our bodies
physical activities have different strategies and rules
Healthy Living
:
all food has an origin
there exists legal and illegal substance abuse
relationships have healthy characteristics
factors affect physical development
good oral health is a part of overall health
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