Grades:
6
7
8
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10
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Youth will develop a collaborative definition of "community" and realize the unique attributes of their community.
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Unit: Intergenerational Writing Project
Unit: We the Kids - The Three Branches and Me
Grades:
3
4
5
After comparing and contrasting entertainment and editorial cartoons, the learner uses cartooning as a means of public voice about political and social issues.
Unit: Giving to Others (Tzedakah) (Private-Religious)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
The purpose of this lesson is to teach learners how to give charity, to whom one should give charity, and to what extent/amount of charity is to be given. The lesson follows the examples and teachings of Maimonides (the Rambam) as well as interpretations and extensions of ancient Biblical laws...
Unit: Soup's On in Our Community
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: Living History-An Intergenerational Philanthropy Project
Grades:
3
4
5
Young people prepare for their visit to the retirement home by writing an autobiography. They work together to come up with questions to ask their senior friends.
Unit: Philanthropic Behavior
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Grades:
K
1
2
Young people recognize that nature is an important part of their world that needs their responsible care.
Unit: Dear Philanthropist
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Grades:
9
10
11
12
Based on researched information, participants write a bio-poem about a philanthropist.
Unit: Character Education: Honesty (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners reflect in writing about the value of honesty and following the rules. They explore the benefits to self and the common good.
Unit: What Is Philanthropy?
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Grades:
3
4
5
Discuss and reflect in writing about their philanthropic experience of the previous lesson. They will talk honestly about how they can make a difference and whether or not they see themselves being philanthropic in the future.
Unit: Project on Poverty and Homelessness at Sea Crest School
What is a famine and what are its effects? Students read and write an "interior monologue" response.