Grades:
9
10
11
12
Having gained an understanding of the need for the world to be fixed, the learners will now identify specific social problems and create projects and programs to help fix them.
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Unit: Tikkun Olam (Private-Religious)
Unit: Community Connections
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Grades:
6
7
8
The identification of the services provided by for-profit, nonprofit and governmental organizations and the drawing of community map that not only identifies the various services provided by these community organizations but also maps areas of need in the community form the intent of this lesson...
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Grades:
6
7
8
Using the three economic sectors (for-profit, government, nonprofit) the learners will identify and categorize local organizations into one of these three economic sectors, They will write letters to those in the nonprofit sector in an effort to determine if and how their services might be ...
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Unit: Nature and You (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)
Grades:
3
4
5
This lesson introduces the concept that trees are just one of many elements in nature that are of fundamental importance to our lives. Learners will explore various reasons why we need nature, why we should be stewards of the environment and will be inspired to work harder to protect Mother...
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Unit: Grow Involved K-2
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Grades:
K
1
2
A read aloud story demonstrates caring and philanthropy related to environmental stewardship and animal welfare.
Unit: Understanding Justice, Kindness and Tolerance
Grades:
9
10
11
12
This lesson examines one way a lack of self-awareness can play a role in perpetuating racism and prejudice. Learners identify ways they can advocate for justice and kindness.
Unit: Air Pollution and Asthma
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Grades:
9
10
11
12
Young people gain awareness of the negative effects of air pollution, especially asthma. They research and identify some of the sources of air pollution in the school and community and possible ways to improve air quality in these areas.
Unit: Telling Our Stories of Giving
Grades:
6
7
8
Students become familiar with the structure of the newspaper and the purpose of the different types of articles as they explore "stories" about acts of giving and sharing time, talent, and treasure for the common good. Students recognize the types of voices and articles in the newspaper. They...
Unit: Opening Our Hearts and Hands to Others (Tzedakah)
Grades:
3
4
5
Using texts and experiential learning experiences, this lesson emphasizes the reasons why giving tzedakah, or charity, is a fundamental concept in Judaism.
Unit: Healthy Youth, Healthy Community (9-12)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Students describe elements of personal health and fitness and relate this to the health of the community, recognizing that the elements of a healthy community are good for all members. The students identify the availability of healthy foods and practices in the school, neighborhood, and home...