Using award-winning literature, the learners describe and analyze racism in Mississippi during the Great Depression. The readers identify the injustices in the community as well as the values and self-respect that build community relationships and strength.
Young people respond to literature and simulations around discrimination in 1933 Mississippi, through the Newberry winning novel by Mildred Taylor: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry.
We observe how power and privilege are used to keep African American families oppressed even after they were freed from slavery.
Readers examine the lasting effects of power, privilege, and discrimination on communities.
A Simple Safe Service project from home: Plant seeds in this homemade planter made of recycled materials so they are ready for outdoor planting when the weather and soil warm up. A time of rest makes a stronger plant and garden to share with our community when we come together again.
Ignite meaningful action that lights up the world through "Service Sparks" youth projects! Learn about plants that grow in your area and the best growing conditions, then grow something from seeds and give the plant to cheer someone's day.
Ignite meaningful action that lights up the world through "Service Sparks" youth projects! Help out a neighbor who could use a bit of extra care. You may volunteer your time and talent to rake, mow, weed, or plant. What are you good at? Your effort may be needed by someone who can't get to it.
Ignite meaningful action that lights up the world through "Service Sparks" youth projects! Conduct research on the quality of water in your community or home. Tell your friends and community members about the safety of the water and encourage people to stop buying bottled water and carry a reusable water bottle.
Ignite meaningful action that lights up the world through "Service Sparks" youth projects! Lift others’ spirits with kind messages and art in windows and on sidewalks. Back up your kind messages with a little investigation of what makes people happy.
Ignite meaningful action that lights up the world through "Service Sparks" youth projects! Share your knowledge and ideas for action about an issue you care about through writing and illustrating an ABC book. This format is great for teaching younger children (or anyone) about the vocabulary of inclusion and respect. Alternatively, write lyrics to a song and perform it to share your passion.
