What we do:

• Essential concepts of family, culture, neighborhood, interdependence, diversity, and community

How we do it:

• Begin to identify one or two key words about a topic, problem, or question
• Formulate questions and make predictions/hypotheses
• Begin to use materials to look for answers to questions
• Begin to present facts and simple answers
• Participate in discussions and listen attentively
• Show respect for the ideas of others
• Work collaboratively and develop empathy