From stories and examples, participants identify attributes, motivation, and impact of philanthropists.

Learners will define government and describe a democratic republic with a Constitution. They identify the role of government at all levels - national, state, and local and talk about what young people can do to have a voice.

The young people define philanthropy and identify philanthropic activities.

With the Nobel Peace Prize as an example of an award given for improvements to the common good, the young people list descriptors of people and organizations in their community or families who exhibit generosity and promote peace in some form. 

When we take action for the common good, we give up something: a little time or money that might have been spent on something else. Youth explore different forms of sacrifice for the common good and answer the question: When is a sacrifice justified and necessary, and when is it too much or a...

Children recognize an act of philanthropy in literature and discuss ways to make the world more beautiful with acts of philanthropy.

The children brainstorm ways to give and share to bring cheer to someone. 

Children interview and write a story about a person in their family or community. They share their stories to celebrate the unique differences in people in the community.

Read and compare a variety of literature to explore motivations and impact of young people taking action and helping others. We recognize that we all have time, treasures and/or talents to share.

Through a video and simulation activity, young people build an understanding of life as a refugee.

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