In this lesson, learners read the true story of Cynthia Ann Parker who was born in a white family and raised by Native Peoples. They look for and discuss the examples of respect and disrespect for Cynthia and the Native culture she was raised in.
The learners investigate their perceptions about bullying and its relationship to respect. They brainstorm ways to promote respect of self and others as individuals and as a group.
Learners analyze the meaning of personal best and recognize the value of persistence in doing their best.
To help students understand the legal aspects of a 501(c)(3) organization and how they differ from other organizations.
In this lesson, learners describe what a group looks like that has a high level of trust with each other.
In this lesson, we learn that small actions do matter to the common good. While Mother Teresa is an amazing example of generosity, selflessness, and caring, we don't need to give up everything and make grand gestures to be caring.
Youth develop an understanding of the value of a service learning project as they realize their responsibility to contribute to the community in positive ways.
Participants research leaders who used the nonprofit sector as an alternative power structure to make positive changes in society. They will identify the Core Democratic Values that each leader focused on.
Through a discussion of impulse spending and opportunity cost, learners weigh the benefits of careful decisions and perseverance in reaching goals.
The children explore attributes of the community in which they live. They compare ways to be generous in rural, urban, and suburban communities.