Poetry of Giving

Unit of 3 Lessons
Grade Levels: 
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Subjects: 
Language Arts
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Media / Technology
Issue Area: 
Communication
Focus Question 

How does an individual use personal interests and strengths to impact the common good?

 

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Unit Overview 

In this lesson, youth will gain an appreciation of poetry and the power of language. By analyzing poetry for themes related to philanthropy, youth will deepen their understanding of philanthropy and the creative ways writers seek to impact the world around them.

Service Experience 
Youth will curate a collection of original poems about philanthropy. They will present these poems at a coffeehouse style fundraising event. As a group, youth will determine how best to use the funds raised to support their community.
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