Grades:
9
10
11
12
Learners analyze the role of the four sectors of society in solving problems of hunger in the community.
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Unit: Food for Thought: Hunger around the World
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Depictions of hunger in excerpts from Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist provide concrete images of hunger as learners determine its causes and decide whether to support a change in U.S. public policy related to the issue.
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Grades:
9
10
11
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Learners distinguish between the many different approaches to addressing hunger by looking at governmental versus nonprofit programs. They will describe the importance of philanthropic actions in solving the problems of hunger in the world.
Unit: Healthy Youth, Healthy Community (9-12)
Grades:
9
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Students describe elements of personal health and fitness and relate this to the health of the community, recognizing that the elements of a healthy community are good for all members. The students identify the availability of healthy foods and practices in the school, neighborhood, and home...
Unit: Soup's On in Our Community
Grades:
3
4
5
Young people learn about philanthropy through the book Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen and a visit from a nonprofit representative.
Grades:
3
4
5
In this lesson, young people identify idioms in the book Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen. They discuss the meanings of idioms and talk about hurtful language in the literal meaning of some idioms. They may playfully modify idioms to reflect a philanthropic heart.
Grades:
3
4
5
Based on the recommendations of the soup kitchen guest from lesson one, young people decide how they will take action to help address a need. They may donate canned food, volunteer to serve lunch, bring games to play with children at the soup kitchen, or make bowls to sell as a fundraiser. This...
Unit: Be the Change: Personal Health
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Learners review healthy eating habits and share their learning to promote a healthier community.
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Sleep, rest, mindfulness, and taking time away from busyness help our overall health and wellbeing. Participants learn about the importance of sleep and analyze their own rest and wellness patterns. They determine how they can improve their own rest and mindfulness and encourage others.
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Learners look at the role exercise plays in overall health. They make a plan to engage younger children in more active play and exercise.