Grades:
5
Discussion of the book The Three Questions guides youth to be aware of people and needs around them and the importance of service as a response to the needs of others.
Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty at Westminster
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Unit: Urban EdVenture Course by the Westminster Schools
Grades:
5
Using different approaches, the group develops a working understanding of the definition of philanthropy.
Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty
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Unit: Road Less Traveled
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Grades:
6
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In this lesson, participants read quotes and background on European Americans that exemplify their giving traditions. They listen and summarize passages, and then illustrate one person's view or experience and place the illustration and quote on a classroom...
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Grades:
6
7
8
Participants read about the philanthropic traditions of early African-American culture and place the values of giving in a hierarchy circle.
Unit: Philanthropic Behavior
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K
1
2
Young people recognize that nature is an important part of their world that needs their responsible care.
Unit: Selflessness in Community
Grades:
K
1
2
The young people reflect upon themselves as community members and use descriptive language to give themselves meaningful names.
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Grades:
6
7
8
Using Guidestar as a source, young people identify three nonprofits and their mission statements.
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Grades:
9
10
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Participants learn about different types of foundations and how they work toward improving the common good.
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Unit: Repairing the World (Private-Religious)
Grades:
K
1
2
This lesson emphasizes the importance of "V’ahavta Lereacha Kamocha – Love Your Friend as Yourself." Children discuss the importance of helping others and will have the opportunity to have firsthand experience in this aspect of tikkun olam.
Unit: Common Good in Aztec Culture
Grades:
6
7
8
We learn about the ancient Aztec culture in Mexico.
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