icArticle: Big Questions in Action

Can people share similar interests and lifestyles even if they live in different parts of the world?

That was the Big Question guiding Grade 2 students at the Overseas Family School in Singapore as they explored their recent International Primary Curriculum unit, “Different Places, Similar Lives”.

Through inquiry, discussion, and discovery, students learned that while people may live in different countries and cultures, many of the things that matter – family, hobbies, routines, and interests – can be surprisingly similar. The unit encouraged students to think beyond borders and recognise the connections that bring people together around the world.

In this article, Shyella De Silva shares how this Big Question shaped the students’ learning journey and helped them develop a deeper understanding of both diversity and shared human experiences.

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International Curriculum Association

The International Curriculum Association (ICA) brings together the three age ranges of the International Curriculum: the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for learners aged 2-5+ years old; the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for learners aged 5-11 years old; and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11-14 years old, with Professional Development for teachers and leaders and a two-stage Recognition and Accreditation process for schools, to ensure that with teachers, leaders and schools, we are improving learning, together.