Objectives 2nd Grade AIM Welcome Curriculum Supply List Diane Moore, GT Specialist for Chandler Elementary Diane_Moore@allenisd.org 469-467-1400 ext. 5234 Welcome This is going to be an exciting year! I love teaching AIM and enjoy having the opportunity to teach the same students each year. If you are new to AIM, WELCOME! AIM will start the second week of school on Tuesday. We will meet in room 234 every Tuesday from 12:40-2:40. You will study Ancient Egypt. If anyone has traveled to Egypt and would like to be a guest speaker to share your knowledge please contact me. If you need to reach me for any reason please call or email. Curriculum Allen ISD has implemented the gifted education curriculum by the College of William and Mary which is project based. This year we will continue to focus on critical thinking skills, problem solving, inductive and deductive reasoning, and logic skills. Our integrated unit of study is Ancient Egypt. We will be studying the Ancient Egyptian civilization and culture, the details of their daily life, inventions, systems, monuments, and economy along with the geography of Ancient Egypt. The main goals of the unit are listed below. Each student will have the opportunity to research, contribute to discussions and present various projects throughout the year. Supply List Please bring the first day of AIM class. 1 composition book (any color) 1 pkg. of cardstock, any color 1 box of Kleenex Double sided tape Objectives Developing an understanding of the concept of systems and of structure, function, and pattern as key systems elements Developing reasoning skills with application to social studies Developing interpersonal and social group process skills Collaboration, Problem solving skills STEAM Guidelines The engineering design process is the driver for finding solutions in the identified problem. Engaging, inquiry based instructional approaches are used and research is incorporated. Students work in teams to find solutions, and multiple right solutions are possible. The definition of technology is anything created by humans in response to a need or want. AIM Wish List If you would like to donate 1-2 for projects. (optional) Sponge paint brushes (cheapest ones) Package Tape or Duct Tape Chenille Sticks or pipe cleaners Index cards Magnets Clear pkg. tape Model magic Library pockets Dice Metal washers