According to the IB, “We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.”
Check out these thinkers. Being a Thinker means asking questions, solving problems, and
making thoughtful choices that help improve the world around us.
Art in Action: Developing Critical and Creative Thinking Through Expression
PYP artists are innovative thinkers who engage in the creation of 3D scenes. Their work involves a blend of creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills
MYP Arts program engaged in a collaborative project focused on papermaking, working with community partners. MYP students learned the art of papermaking but also and teh importance community involvement and environmental sustainability. They also took action to share their creativitya nd thinking by teaching PYP artists to make paper.
Creativity and Thinking in the IB Community Project
The International Baccalaureate Community Project is a significant component of the IB Middle Years Programme . It encourages students to engage in creative thinking and develop their skills through a collaborative project. They have been using creativity to generate new ideas, approaches, and solutions.
Creativity and thinking in the IB Community Project not only enhances students' educational experiences but also empowers them to make meaningful contributions to their communities.
What makes a good leader?
Grade two explores the qualitis of a good leader and researches MArtin Luther King Jr. KOIndergarten also spent time thinking creatively with MLK poratraits.
Kindergarten Creative and Critical thinking about the beauty and science in Snow
Happy Lunar New Year!!!
Grade 3 Unit of Inquiry:
Places, events and action play a role in the community
Third graders explored questions like :
Why are some stories better as plays? What can sports teach us about working together?
They also researched and investigated or local theatre district, Playhouse Square and crreated timelines and spent time researching Sports and teamwork.
Grade Four is exploring genre, nature and perspective.
They are inquiring into teh following lines of inquiry:
Form:What makes Earth's natural wonders exciting and unique?
Responsibility:
How far can your talents take you?
Perspective: How might exploring the arts and nature influence perspective?
In Grade One, so much exploring while they look at all the ways: Inquiry guides knowledge and understanding.
Creative and Critical Thinking in Music
So much music, from recorders to to Band to Orchestra.
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