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Big Idea: “Human journeys, geography, livelihoods, and cultural evolution shape communities and identity over time.”

Transdisciplinary Theme:
Where We Are in Place and Time – Geography, journeys, settlements, livelihoods, and how evidence helps us understand human development.

Age Group: PYP 5 (10–11 years)
Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days
Venue: Chikmagalur
Learning Style: Inquiry-Based • Experiential • Evidence-Driven • Reflective • Collaborative

Includes – Structured Pre-Tour, On-Tour & Post-Tour Learning Cycle

Program Overview

This 3-day inquiry journey immerses students in Chikmagalur’s geography, coffee heritage, livelihoods and culture, using guided investigations, evidence collection, interactions and reflection to connect human journeys, environment, trade and identity.

ATL Skills Developed

Students strengthen:
Research Skills: Field inquiry, evidence gathering, interviews
Thinking Skills: Analysis, interpretation, cause–effect understanding
Communication Skills: Reflection, questioning, presentation
Social Skills: Collaboration, respectful engagement
Self-Management: Safety, organization, responsibility

Learning Objectives

Students will:

·Understand how geography influences livelihoods, migration, and settlement

·Explore coffee’s historical journey and global trade connections

·Interpret evidence from landscapes, heritage sites, tools, and communities

·Appreciate cultural adaptation, sustainability, and identity formation

·Strengthen inquiry, collaboration, reflection, and presentation abilities

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the tour, students can:

·Explain how geography and human journeys shape communities

·Describe Chikmagalur’s plantation culture, livelihoods, and heritage

·Interpret real-world evidence to understand history and change

·Demonstrate responsible behaviour and cultural respect

·Reflect confidently, showing improved understanding, empathy, and critical thinking

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