We're all the same in one basic way: We all want other people to understand us. In this lesson, youth learn about needs of differently abled children in their school or community and take a step toward removing barriers. They use the persuasive power of communication to raise awareness of ways to understand and show respect for people with disabilities through a service project. 

To have students identify the things that are important in their lives as a means of finding a “passion” or “passions” the class holds in common. Students will then identify causes that deal with an issue related to their shared passion. This will guide the teacher in selecting and promoting...

The students will use their knowledge of philanthropy and poetic conventions to write original poetry about philanthropic giving.

To guide children to understand that being in a group requires working together, getting along, resolving conflicts, and having fun together.

We learn about the brave work of a Quaker, Laura Smith Haviland, who used her ties and talent to lead anti-slavery work before, during, and after the Civil War. 

We define the nonprofit, or third, sector and explain why it is important as an alternative power structure.

Learners talk about the uses of water and understand its importance to our world.

In this lesson, we learn about landfills and the global and local management of trash. 

In response to the book, Thank You, Mr. Falker, the children identify the negative effects of bullying or exclusion. They explore the effects of positive treatment and respect for others.