In this way, the production also address the curriculum from Grade 1, as it helps students "demonstrate an understating and appreciation of how identity and self-esteem are enhanced by their sense of belonging in their world." It also helps children to foster an understanding of "how active members in a community contribute to the well-being, growth and vitality of their groups." It investigates what is required to step off the sidelines and engage with other people and their issues. It also teaches them to "value self and others as unique individuals in relation to their world" and to "appreciate how belonging to groups and communities enriches an individual's identity." This production deals with the following important curriculum objectives: Respecting and promoting the equality of all human beings. Appreciating similarities and differences among people and communities. Promoting and exploring ways that individuals and groups can contribute to positive change in the world. Exploring how traditions, celebrations, stories and practices in various communities connect people to their past and to each other. Determining how individuals and groups in communities cooperate and share with other group members. Encouraging the curriculum objective to identify and "consider the needs and points of view of others." Identifying, on a globe and/or map, where these communities are located in relation to Canada. Exploring how physical geography influences human activities in various communities. Promoting a feeling of responsibility toward humanity, beyond a country's borders. Previous Page
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