This lesson focuses on the language of human rights. Learners examine the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and analyze the rights from a personal perspective. They discuss how well they perceive that the rights are enforced.

This lesson helps learners see the potential for reusing materials rather than throwing them away. They research and contact community organizations that support recycling efforts. 

Learners identify ways to use advocacy to promote change.

Small personal actions can be first steps in a life of service and civic engagement. Voting and civic action are small examples of responsible citizenship. Advocating for what we value is a demonstration of a citizen's rights. 

The learners choose a person of courage to honor on a commemorative "postage stamp."

Working in small groups, learners match the classic hero traits to an activist who took social action for the common good.

Students brainstorm simple acts of kindness and design a bookmark as a reminder.

This lesson explores how people can be honest with themselves. Learners reflect on how they can be honest with themselves and take personal responsibility.

Learners write an acrostic poem about Dr. King's life and work, focusing particularly on his perseverance. 

Using the radio broadcast "This I Believe" as a model, learners create visual or audio statements of their beliefs about volunteering and serving. Each presentation communicates the culture, experiences, and motivations that influence the learner's attitude about service. After presenting...