Philanthropy in Literature
Unit of 1 Lesson
Grade Levels:
3
4
5
Subjects:
Language Arts
Media / Technology
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Keywords:
Issue Area:
Literacy
Focus Question
What does it mean to be a member of a community?
Photo Credit: Sam Reading in Badlands by Julie Falk is licensed under CC by 2.0
Unit Overview
Learners read a variety of stories to engage discussion and action about giving and philanthropy. They identify examples of acting for the common good in literature and their community.
Service Experience
Students will share their knowledge (time and talent) with younger students by performing a play.
Lessons in This Unit
Students will define philanthropy as "sharing or giving time, talent or treasure for the common good."