Understandings+and+Concepts

= Understandings and Concepts = 



**Understandings: ** 
Learn the importance of family and friends Appreciate that there are different types of families Understand that there are safe spaces and people who help others within society, such as: firemen, police officers, crossing guards, and doctors To see that there are many places within a neighbourhood to be safe and play Recognize that there are many people all around them who help and that they are all connected Have a broader understanding that they fit into a much bigger picture We are responsible for our own actions, and those actions can affect other people There are many ways to fit into your community Schools are full of different activities and people**
 * Understand their role within their own family unit



**Related Values/Attitudes/Issues: **

 * In this unit of work, we will focus on the students' confidence to inquire, investigate, explain, demonstrate, report and share. Through learning about the many varied communities around them, students should demonstrate appropriate behaviour regarding respect for others, whether it be working in small groups or touring the school. We will emphasize a sense of acceptance and respect for each other's different family and community lifestyles and values.**

Major Concepts:

 * Sense of community, roles within the community, interconnectedness, belonging, awareness of surroundings, safe spaces, characteristics of helpful people and places, trust.**