In this beginning module, the student is introduced to the format and expectations of this and following modules. The theme of the module is the child, his or her body, friendships, and family. The theme of this module is the interdependence of plants, animals, and people.
Students learn about weather, the water cycle, habitats, and food chains.
Throughout the module they see how all living things are connected. Now This module is about how people communicate. There are opportunities throughout the module for students to make up their own messages in a variety of forms. The emphasis in this module is on the writing process. Students will try out a variety of forms of writing as well as reading a variety of stories, including a tall tale, cartoons, and a mystery novel.