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.

Youth identify motivations for giving and social action in the community. They compare research-based motivations of adults and youth. They write a persuasive call to action for an issue of their choice based on the motivations they learned. 

In this second lesson about Jane Addams, we learn about the impact of her philanthropic work and connect it to the needs of our communities today. Young people discuss voluntary actions they can take inspired by Jane Addams.

In civil society, different people come together to form community. While differences may cause conflict, for the sake of the common good, we practice empathy and respect for others. Students respond to scenarios of differences in opinion. They learn to communicate respectfully with someone of a...

Learners compare two communities to which they belong using a Venn diagram and descriptive words related to trustworthiness.

Through a fable, learners discuss how generosity improves the quality of life in their communities.

In this lesson, learners brainstorm honesty and its value and benefits to the community, family, friends, and self.

Rosa Parks’s acts of philanthropy brought a community of people together for the common good and resulted in major social change in her community and in the nation. Young people identify the relationship between individual rights, justice, equality, and community responsibility.

The children learn that even young people can be philanthropists. Philanthropy is giving time, talent, treasure for the good of the community.

Through a video and simulation activity, young people build an understanding of life as a refugee.

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