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This lesson introduces Alfred Nobel and his legacy, the Nobel Peace Prize.
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Unit: Global Peace and Local Legacies
Unit: Teaching Tolerance (Private-Religious)
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Through discussion of the book The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss, we learn about tolerance and the value of diversity in community.
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Children interview and write a story about a person in their family or community. They share their stories to celebrate the unique differences in people in the community.
Unit: Environmental Groups and the Three Sectors
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Learners recognize that our valuable natural resources are maintained and cared for by government, business, nonprofits, and individuals. The three sectors (and individuals) work together to accomplish what any one of them cannot do alone.
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Unit: Rights and Responsibilities
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This lesson emphasizes the importance of voluntary action for the common good based upon student understanding of one's rights and the corresponding responsibility to protect them.
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Unit: What Is a Youth Advisory Committee?
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Read and compare a variety of literature to explore motivations and impact of young people taking action and helping others. We recognize that we all have time, treasures and/or talents to share.
Unit: Forced to Flee and Find a New Home
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Through a video and simulation activity, young people build an understanding of life as a refugee.
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Unit: Global Education: Why Learn?
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Through discussion and a game, children identify the value of education to individuals and the community.
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Learners talk about the uses of water and understand its importance to our world.
Unit: Environment: Sustaining Our World
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The youth learn how water safety is fragile. Even with good intentions, people and processes can cause major problems. They raise awareness of water issues and the importance of being vigilant about this shared need.
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