PYP Specified Concepts (Set of 7 Posters) English

The PYP Specified Concepts (Set of 7 Posters) English is a printable classroom resource designed to support concept-based learning within the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Concept-based learning is central to the PYP framework. Making the specified concepts visible in the classroom helps students develop deeper conceptual understanding and encourages meaningful inquiry.

These posters support students in exploring the key ideas that guide thinking, questioning, and reflection across different units of inquiry.

Displaying concept posters helps teachers create a learning environment where concepts are regularly referenced during lessons, discussions, and reflections.

What’s Included

This printable poster set includes the 7 PYP specified concepts:

1. Form
2. Function
3. Causation
4. Change
5. Connection
6. Perspective
7. Responsibility

Each poster presents the concept name along with guiding questions that help students connect the concept with their learning.

Designed for IB PYP Classrooms

These PYP Specified Concepts posters help teachers build a classroom culture aligned with the PYP philosophy.

They support teachers to:

• Reinforce conceptual language in classroom discussions
• Encourage deeper inquiry and critical thinking
• Support concept-based learning across units of inquiry
• Promote reflection and student understanding

The posters are suitable for PYP classrooms, inquiry walls, corridors, and learning spaces.

How to Use These Posters in the Classroom

These PYP Specified Concepts posters can be used in several ways to support inquiry-based learning.

Teachers can display them on inquiry boards or concept walls so students regularly interact with the concepts during lessons.

Ways to use the posters include:

• Displaying them on concept walls
• Connecting concepts to unit of inquiry discussions
• Using them during student reflections
• Encouraging students to identify concepts in learning
• Supporting concept-driven questioning

Making the concepts visible helps students develop deeper conceptual understanding across subjects.

Product Specifications

Poster Ratio
2:3 ratio (scales proportionally)

Recommended Print Size
12 × 18 inches for best results

Compatible Print Sizes
A3 or A4 (may print with slight margins depending on printer settings)

Resolution
1800 × 2700 pixels – high resolution suitable for clear classroom printing

File Format
High-quality PDF (non-editable)

Recommended Paper
250–300 GSM matte paper for durable classroom display

Print Guidance

For best results:

• Print on matte paper to reduce glare
• Laminate posters for long-term durability
• Display on learning walls or inquiry boards

Download Access Policy

This digital resource includes 1 week of download access from the date of purchase.

Please download and store the file securely within the access period.

Important Notes

Disclaimer

This resource is independently created to support IB PYP educators. It is not endorsed by the International Baccalaureate Organization and does not replace official IB documentation.