Unit 1Braving New Worlds

Throughout history, the quest for survival and a better life has driven people to explore new frontiers, whether it’s migrating to different lands, adapting to challenging climates, or seeking freedom from societal constraints. In this unit, students explore the themes of survival, adaptation, and personal choice as they explore two vastly different worlds: the Arctic tundra and a dystopian future society.

Books

WORLD

The Giver by Lois Lowry

STEAM

Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George

Unit 2Universal Truths

The search for understanding can lead to significant discoveries; it can also be the inspiration for systems of beliefs, new inventions, and complex mythologies. This unit will invite students to explore some significant historical and scientific truths — and to trace their trajectories.

Books

WORLD

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin

STEAM

A Really Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson