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In this lesson the learners will define problem solving and identify some problem solving approaches. They will explore how individuals, groups, and organizations use problem solving approaches,...
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Unit: Those Who Care
Unit: Urban EdVenture Course by the Westminster Schools
Grades:
5
To focus on sharing ideas, creating and following through on a plan, and being responsible for one’s role in a group. In addition, River Crossing can have multiple rounds to draw out or focus on key terms. This activity is often used...
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Unit: George H.W. Bush and Points of Light
Grades:
9
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12
Students view primary documents to explore public policy on service. They make meaning of the government role and citizen responsibility in civic action. They make a personal plan of service based on their available time, talent, and treasure.
Unit: The Power of Children
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Grades:
6
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Students are introduced to philanthropy and service-learning. They learn about different needs in the community and community organizations that address these needs. Students are introduced to the full scope of the Project Based Learning (PBL) project. This unit follows the...
Unit: Teamwork: Unit One of Establishing a Student-Run Foundation
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Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Grades:
11
12
To introduce students to a definition of social entrepreneurship and examples of social entrepreneurs in America.
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Unit: Character Education: Responsibility (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
The learners break down the steps of decision-making in taking responsibility and apply it to a responsibility that is harder to follow.
Unit: Philanthropic Literature
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This predictable and repetitive story, The Doorbell Rang, has a charming and surprising ending. The children must share a plate of cookies with a growing number of neighbors, but what do they do when there are more kids than cookies? They might surprise you!
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K
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The book the Rainbow Fish tells the story of a fish who learns to give a little of himself for the sake of others. We discuss the impact of giving something you value to make a better community.
Unit: Phil Up on the Arts
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K
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Stretching imagination and vocabulary, youth brainstorm words that demonstrate kindness and generosity. Being playful with their postures and shadows, youth work cooperatively with one or two others to act out their ideas and form alphabet letters.