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As demonstrated in these folktales, even the smallest things, when shared, can be examples of philanthropy.
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Unit: Generosity of Spirit Folktales
Grades:
9
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The featured folktales explore themes of helping people make judgments of integrity in different situations.
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9
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Wealth may be measured in something other than money. We may feel wealthy if we have a loving family or good health. Community wealth may be in relationships, respectful leaders, and good places to visit.
Unit: This Land Is Our Land (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)
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K
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This lesson guides students to recognize the importance of taking care of the world by reducing trash. Students will recognize the benefits of recycling and reusing.
Unit: Telling Our Stories of Giving
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6
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8
Students learn about the characteristics of an effective personal narrative and compare those to a news article. They do prewriting activities and practice writing details to show rather than tell about an experience.
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6
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We examine the Core Values of American Democracy and discuss their importance and where we are exposed to them and practice them throughout life.
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Unit: Community Philanthropy
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Grades:
3
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Participants gain awareness about the work of local nonprofit organizations through research and by interviewing representatives. They summarize the mission, needs, and impact of the organizations on the community.
Unit: Our Land
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K
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This culminating activity gives youth an opportunity to teach about our land to others. They spread the word that "commons" are needed, and that when people work together they can make something better.
Unit: Project on Poverty and Homelessness at Sea Crest School
Grades:
6
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8
Students learn how poverty and hunger are related.
Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Grades:
11
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To introduce students to volunteering through a local nonprofit or the service program at their school so that they understand the importance of giving their time to make a difference in the greater community.
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