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IB PYP Edition
Grade - 4
September & October-2020
Table of Content
1. The Principal’s Message
2. Coordinator’s Message
3. Experiential
Center Head’sLearning
Message
4. Transdisciplinary Theme
5. Monthly Review
6. Learning and Teaching
7. Events
8. Month Ahead
9. Event Links
10. Editorial Board
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Ms Anjalika Sharma
Principal IBPYP
Dear Parents,
This morning while enjoying the unseasonal rains, I
remembered an interesting and inspiring story called –
Ubuntu I had read not long ago.
There once was an anthropologist who was studying the
culture of a remote African tribe. He had concluded his
studies and was waiting to go to the airport.
While waiting, the children of the tribe gathered around
him as they had done before.
He decided to share the candies he had collected from a
town he had visited recently. He put the sweets in a bag
and placed it under a tree. He then walked away from the
tree and drew a line around it.
The children were told that they were to run as fast as they
could and that the first one to get the bag of candies would
win all it for himself or herself.
The anthropologist gave the signal and then something
surprising happened. The children took each other’s hands
and ran together to the tree. They sat in a circle and shared
the candies.
The anthropologist was shocked. One of the girls looked up
at him and said, “How can we be happy if all the others are
sad?” “Ubuntu” - simply means that “I am, because we are.”
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Ms Anjalika Sharma
Principal IBPYP
Teams that focus on the word ‘Ubuntu’ are concerned about each
other. They are focused on what they can do together rather
than what they can do alone.
One of the most historic examples of teamwork is the Apollo 11
mission. While the world focused on the three astronauts, Neil
Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, most remember only
Armstrong and his famous line - “This is one small step for man,
one giant leap for mankind.” However, behind that moment were
years of research and teams of people who worked diligently to
do what no one had done before.
These two stories are very important for the PYP team as we gear
up for the programme evaluation scheduled in the first quarter of
2022. The team of teachers have embarked upon the journey of
self-study and started reflecting on our practices.
In the classroom as well as looking at the programme
requirements in depth.
The programme evaluation is a journey which involves and
engages all stakeholders and we collaboratively work as a team
to achieve success.
On this note, I wish you and your families a safe and happy
Dussera! May the year ahead be filled with happiness and good
health for all!
Anjalika Sharma
IBPYP Principal
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PYP Coordinator’s Desk
Mindfulness and Well-being-
Mindfulness has become a part of the student’s daily routine
and an integral part of our curriculum.
As a part of well-being, the school counsellors are conducting
regular sessions on various themes. They had sessions on
conflict and resolution. They shared about the different types
of conflicts and how can one handle it.
For Mental Health Week, the school counsellors created
digital journals for both teachers and students and shared a
task for each day. They focused on gratitude and making
someone happy. World Mindfulness Day was conducted for all
the stakeholders.
Core values-
The teachers and students continued exploring the value
‘empathy’. The students read books, watched videos and
discussed the difference between empathy and sympathy.
The students celebrated ‘International Day for Older Persons’
and created a Padlet where they shared how to bring
happiness in the life of the elderly person.
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PYP Coordinator’s Desk
Stakeholder Engagement-
As a part of stakeholder engagement, we had various events
like Dot Day, World Mindfulness Day, Student-Led Conference
and Teacher’s Day.
The Student-Led Conference (SLC) was conducted virtually
and the students came along with their parents, grandparents
and showed their learning.
For Teachers Day, the students had bonding over breakfast
and showed their gratitude and love for their teachers by
making cards, dancing, singing, etc.
Holistic Excellence-
As a part of holistic excellence, the students continued
reading books online to enhance their reading skills.
After receiving the feedback from the students, D.E.A.R Time
was conducted again. The students of grades 1-5 selected
their favourite story/book and had a silent reading time along
with their Home Room Teachers and the Teacher Librarians.
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PYP Coordinator’s Desk
Global Leadership-
The students of Grade 5 showcased their leadership
capabilities during the election process. The students
nominated themselves for any one of the following positions-
House Prefect, Sports Prefect and Cultural Prefect.
They were interviewed by a panellist of teachers and the top 5
students who were chosen prepared a speech and shared it
with the students of grades 3-5.
The students of grades 3-5 voted for the nominated
candidates and chose the prefects.
Our PYP team is gearing up for the programme evaluation and
we have commenced our journey of self-study. The entire
team has started reading and reflecting on our practices .
Trishna Sharma
PYP Coordinator
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Center Head’s Desk, Nanakramguda
Sharing of Best Practices
The PYP team of The Gaudium School continues to benefit
through sharing of best practices by the members of the
team.
Ms. Rashi Karnatak, Grade 5 facilitator introduced the team
to a website, print-graph-paper.com. She successfully used
this website with her students as they explored it to create
bar graphs. It has several features that can aid in students
learning of data handling. She shared how tool can be used
to introduce students to concepts like perimeter, area,
shapes, and measurement by units.
Ms. Salima Dinani, Grade 5 facilitator, introduced us to a
range of writing techniques which she used with her
students. She shared the writing process, traits of writing and
several other useful strategies to organize thoughts for
writing, edit the writing and improve the quality of writing.
Ms. Sumantha Dhir, Grade 2 facilitator, shared the Padlet she
used with her students on voice, choice and ownership
wherein the students shared how they reflected self-efficacy
by voicing their opinions or voicing their choices and showing
a sense of ownership. Such practices bring a sense of agency
in our classes. She also shared several useful google
extensions that can be used for virtual classroom
management.
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Center Head’s Desk, Nanakramguda
Sharing of Best Practices
Ms. Nournazar, Grade 1 Facilitator, shared using flash cards
during circle time that have contributed immensely to bring a
healthy conversation and an enriching circle time. She also
shared a presentation on time management to improve
productivity. Ms. Nour shared various productivity tips such
as calendar management, time management matrix and peak
two hours. The objective of her presentation was to inculcate
a sense of time management and creating an awareness of
how important it is to build organization skills.
Ms. Snehalatha, Grade PP2 facilitator, shared the strategies
and tools used in her classroom which includes Maria
Montessori manipulative, flash0020’/cards and counters to
introduce the students to odd and even numbers. She also
shared how students were engaged in framing questions
using question cards to support their inquiry as well as
connecting with the key concepts to plan their further
learning.
Ms. Meenakshi Shandil , Grade PP1 Facilitator, introduced the
team to several features of Microsoft Whiteboard which can
make presentations easy as well as aid the learning and
teaching in class in many ways. She also shared how this tool
can be used for collaborative planning as a team.
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Center Head’s Desk, Nanakramguda
Reading
The team members read stories in their respective reading groups and
engaged in an enriching discussion as they connected to the attributes
of learner profile demonstrated by the characters in the stories.
The single subject teachers read the section 'Inquiry' and the entire PYP
team read the section, ‘Concepts’ from the book 'Learning and
Teaching', in their respective reading groups. They shared their
understanding as well as discussed queries they came across with the
whole team.
The ‘Authorization report’ was shared by Ms. Anjalika Sharma, IBPYP
Principal and Ms. Trishna Sharma, PYP coordinator with the whole team.
The team also engaged in reading, ‘Guide to Programme Evaluation’ and
‘Programme Standards and Practices’.
Introduction to new Unit Planning Process
The new planning process for unit of inquiry was introduced to the team
wherein the planning begins with formulating questions for research
work followed by making connections of these questions with the key
concepts, identifying the Approaches To Learning and attributes of
learner profile. The learning engagements are then designed and
planned with the ATLs and attributes of learner profile in focus which
will give an opportunity for the students to use, develop and
demonstrate during the inquiry.
Ranjeeta Sahoo
Center Head
10Unit of Inquiry Overview
Transdisciplinary Theme:
How we express ourselves
Central Idea:
A person's behaviour and way they choose to present
themselves project aspects of their identity.
Lines of Inquiry:
• Appearance and behaviour influence perception
of others
• The influence of cultural and social norms on ways
to present one-selves
• Fashion as a form of expression
Key Concepts:
Change, Perspective, Function
Related Concepts:
Identity, Status, Image, Impression
IB Learner profile:
Communicators, Reflective, Open-minded
11Monthly Review
Unit of Inquiry
Students inquired into the unit with the central idea, ‘A person's
behaviour and way they choose to present themselves project
aspects of their identity’ under the theme ‘How we express
ourselves’.
They inquired about identity, behaviour, culture, norms and the
elements of culture.
Students’ prior knowledge was gauged with the observation of
few pictures. Based on the observation, each one of them had a
discussion about ‘what they observed’. During the discussion,
the students came up with an understanding that the way they
dress and showcase themselves defines a person's identity.
With this, students gave words such as ‘Identity and
Appearance’.
They found the meaning of new words they came across the
unit.
The students further inquired about why do we perceive
differently and made connection to culture and norms.
Transdisciplinary Math
Students continued to learn more about Indian and
International number system. They explored the concepts of
predecessor, successor, ascending and descending order.
They looked into calculating the elapsed time. The students
solved simple equations, identified odd and even numbers
and looked into conversion of units (units of measurement
km, m, cm, m, kg, and g).
12Monthly Review
Transdisciplinary Language
Students finished reading the novel- Mohenjodaro Mystery.
They started reading the novel- Matilda and connected it to
the current unit of inquiry.
Students made connections to conjunctions and prepositions.
While reading Matilda they connected to prediction, character
sketch/traits. They choose a character from their favourite
story and wrote its character sketch.
Students had the discussion about debate and then they had
a role play of the characters in the novel Matilda.
Music
The elements of voice, pitch and diction were in focus for this
month. The students learnt the song “Together we can change
the world”. They performed the song individually.
Students were introduced to the Indian classical genre.
Art
Students inquired into Altamira and Lascaux cave art, Indian
folk art- Madhubani and Miniature and Western and
Chinese folk art, Expressionism and Cubism.
They chose an artwork and worked on the same by recreating
it.
13Monthly Review
Dance
Students identified and found the similarities and differences
between contemporary and classical dance forms by
comparing.
PE
Students continued Aerobic exercises and looked at the
effects and changes in body system. They continued
practicing the basic aerobic movements with music.
Drama
Students worked on the following areas:
• Body language- Finding rhythmic movements and in speech
of actors.
• Analysis of the ways rhythm has been and is embodied and
understood by performers.
Additional languages
French
Students started the month by learning the names of the
places of the town and the re verbs .
14Monthly Review
Telugu
Students inquired about the different types of stories, and
bashabhagalu. In types of stories they explored fictional,
nonfictional, biography and autobiography.
Hindi
Students celebrated Hindi Divas. They discussed the
importance of the Hindi language and inquired and presented
their views on questions like "Why is it celebrated on 14th
September?".
Students attempted to understand the author's purpose,
language style through two different stories “Mithu” & “Pagaal
Hatthi” written by “Premchand” .
They found the differences and similarities between the two
stories through and identified the elements of the story. They
read a non-fiction story and then looked at the differences
between fiction and non- fiction.
While reading the stories they connected to nouns. Students
practiced making questions using questioning words. They
framed questions using questioning words.
15Learning and Teaching
Metric Units Addition with online
Mindful Breathing – With Soft
blackboard toys as props
Matilda Novel – Skit with Human Body System –
prompts Student presentations
16Learning and Teaching 17
Events- Teachers’ Day
Teachers’ Day
The Gaudium PYP wing had a unique Teachers’ day celebration this
year! Of course, the medium of celebration being virtual. It was a
personal and exclusive well-spent time with the students, their
homeroom and subject teachers joining over breakfast- the most
important meal of the day. The students had a variety of astonishing
performances to showcase to their teachers on this day. From singing
to dancing to even performing a group skit the geckos truly surprised
their teachers. Many presented their digital artworks to show love and
gratitude. While many of the geckos created beautiful handcrafted
greeting cards for their teachers which they gallantly exhibited in this
special bonding time. The eagerness of gifting them to their teachers in
physical sense was so intense that they promised to keep them intact
and handover to their teachers whenever they meet them in school the
very first day! It was a pleasant time spent with the teachers being
delightfully surprised by these beautiful acts of love and gratitude from
their dear students. Not only are the geckos talented but they showed
a lot of thankfulness and respect to make the special day extra special
for their teachers. None can beat the love and the bond which the
young geckos have for their teachers!
18Events- Teachers’ Day
Teachers’ day Teachers’ day
Teachers’ day Teachers’ day
19Events- International Literacy Day Celebration International Literacy Day celebration by the PYP wing "International Literacy Day is an occasion to celebrate the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies everywhere." – by Koichiro Matsuura. The Gaudium School celebrated International Literacy day virtually where PYP students of Grades 1 to 3.They listened to a story about the importance of language and literacy. They also watched a video on how to say “Hello” in different languages. The students of Grade 4 shared their views on the importance of knowing more than one language using Jamboard on the occasion. The 5th graders, on the same note, expressed their thoughts and views about ‘importance of knowing more than one language’ by writing essays, poems and paragraphs. They shared the importance of literacy and the importance of being literate. It was great to know their views about the importance of literacy and to know the importance of knowing more than one language. 20
Events- International Literacy Day
Celebration
World Literacy Day World Literacy Day
World Literacy Day World Literacy Day
21Events- Celebration of World Mindfulness Day- Peace Within Celebration of World Mindfulness Day- Peace Within “Be happy in the moment, that's enough. Each moment is all we need, not more.” —Mother Teresa The Gaudium School celebrated World Mindfulness Day with the theme ‘Peace Within’ on the morning of Saturday, 12th September 2020. It was a wonderful event conducted virtually and presented live on our social media handle with active participation of our students, parents, teachers and staff along with friends and family. Such initiatives are the need of the hour as it spreads awareness and importance of practicing mindfulness which is highly beneficial in the current scenario. 22
Events- Celebration of World Mindfulness Day- Peace Within 23
Events- Hindi Diwas
Celebrating Hindi Diwas Day
Hindi Diwas was celebrated enthusiastically in the primary wing of The
Gaudium School on the 14th of September for Grades 1 to 5. Students
participated in the event in a lively manner during the online classes.
They were also shown the different states where Hindi is spoken and is
the official language. The students discussed the ways through which
we can maintain the respect of the Hindi language. They stated the
importance of the Hindi language, and expressed their thoughts
through slogans, poetry, and messages. A quiz was organized for
students in some classes, in which the students participated
enthusiastically. The students also recited Dohe and Chaupayees.
The celebration was aimed at building respect for the language and
also to promote that languages can be learnt online using a range of
strategies.
Celebrating Hindi Diwas Day
24Events- Hindi Diwas
Hindi Diwas Hindi Diwas
Hindi Diwas Hindi Diwas
25Events- International Dot Day
International Dot Day, 2020
The theme for this year’s celebration is ‘Connecting dots’. The Covid-19 pandemic
has forced many of us to be away from our family and friends, hence, through this
celebration of the International Dot Day, we connect with them in this very own
unique way.
This celebration is all about making one’s mark and see where that can take us. At
the Gaudium School, the students celebrated the ‘International Dot Day’ by making
the mark, showing their creativity and connecting the dots not only with family and
friends but with the entire world. The primary school geckos awaited the day with
great enthusiasm. While the early year learners connected the dots and colours to
make a mark, the 1st and 2nd Grade geckos did something very interesting on the
occasion as they designed their own masks and gloves. The Grade 3 students wrote
a message which they wanted to share with the entire world on this special day.
The students of Grade 4 and 5 wanted to do something encouraging and hopeful
and so they wrote a message which would encourage someone. It was a heartfelt
activity done by all the geckos at the Gaudium as they enthusiastically exhibited
their creativity at its very best. The best part to ponder is that, they all were
confident and ready to share and pass along the same encouragement and
enthusiasm to others.
As said by, Pablo Picasso “Every Child is an Artist” seems to have truly come to life
as the eager children at The Gaudium celebrated ‘International Dot Day’.
26Events- International Dot Day 27
Events- Student Lead Conference
SLC SLC
SLC SLC
28Events- Term 1 SLC
Grade 4A Grade 4B
Grade 4C Grade 4D
29Month Ahead
Transdisciplinary Theme:
How the world works
Central Idea:
Energy is converted, transformed and sustained to
support human progress.
Lines of Inquiry:
• Energy and its uses
• Transformation of energy.
• Sustainable energy practices.
Key Concepts:
Change, Function, Responsibility
.
Related Concepts:
Conservation, Transformation
IB Learner profile:
Knowledgeable, Inquirers, Reflective, Caring
30Month Ahead
Transdisciplinary Math
While inquiring about energy and types of energy, students will
make connection to the units of measurement and inquire
about how energy is measured.
They will continue to inquire about fractions, percentage,
timeline and time.
Transdisciplinary Language
Students will work on note taking and learn the strategies for
the same.
They will be introduced to newspaper report writing and
headline writing.
Additional languages
Telugu:
Students will learn about jaatiyaalu, nanardhaalu through the
stories. They will also learn vachanaalu, vyatirekapadaalu.
French:
Students will be introduced to adjectives.
Hindi:
Learners will read the poem “Kadamb ka ped”. They will look
into pronouns and adjective.
31Month
Month Ahead
ahead
Dance:
Students will learn about the elements of dance through the
Contemporary style. They will explore the -expressions and
spatial awareness during performance in dance.
Art:
Students will research about the changes in art. They will
inquire into famous abstract artist style form.
Music
Learners will explore the Indian classical music by knowing
more about singing, musical instruments and find more about
famous artists.
They will also learn songs related to the same genre.
PE
Students will be engaged with the following learning
engagements.
• History of Yoga
• Meaning of yoga
• Breathing exercises
Drama
They will analyze the rhythm and how it is embodied by
performers and will discuss the history of stages.
32Event Links
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33 © Copyright The Gaudium School, 2019. All rights reserved.Editorial Board
Chief Editor
Ranjeeta Sahoo
Associate Editors
Deepasree Nag
Mehak Kapoor
Alna Chandra
Sumentha Dhir
Creative Team
Sandeep Sahu
Sumitra TL
Pousali Chatterjee
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