Transdisciplinary Theme:
Where We Are in Place and Time – Journeys, civilizations, heritage, and how evidence helps us understand the past.
Age Group: PYP 5 (10–11 years)
Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days
Venue: Pondicherry & Mahabalipuram
Learning Style: Inquiry-Based • Evidence-Driven • Experiential • Reflective • Collaborative
Includes – Structured Pre-Tour, On-Tour & Post-Tour Learning Cycle
An inquiry-led 3-day learning journey where students explore Pondicherry and Mahabalipuram, investigate evidence, heritage, culture and identity, connect past to present, develop ATL skills, reflect meaningfully, and appreciate civilizations deeply.
Students strengthen:
Research Skills: Evidence collection, observation, inquiry-based interpretation
Thinking Skills: Analysis, critical reasoning, perspective, connections
Communication Skills: Discussions, presentations, reflections
Social Skills: Collaboration, role-play, respectful interaction
Self-Management: Safety awareness, responsibility, organization
Students will:
Understand how ancient civilizations and colonial powers influenced the Tamil coast
Interpret architectural and cultural evidence to infer life in different time periods
Recognise how trade, migration, power, and community identity shape civilizations
Develop respect for heritage preservation and responsible tourism
Strengthen inquiry, reflection, collaboration, and presentation abilities
Connect historical learning to their own identity and modern society
By the end of the tour, students can:
Explain how human journeys and cultural interactions shape places and people
Interpret carvings, monuments, architecture, and landscapes as historical evidence
Describe key features of Pallava civilisation and French colonial heritage
Demonstrate responsible behaviour and site respect at heritage locations
Communicate reflections confidently through journals, discussions, and projects
Show improved historical understanding, cultural awareness, empathy, and critical thinking
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