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...
Youth learn about the toxic ingredients in personal care products and take action to protect local waterways from the effects of the chemicals.
Youth learn about the toxic ingredients in personal care products and take action to protect local waterways from the effects of the chemicals.
In this lesson, the students learn to use their voice to say something to make the world a better place. This is an opportunity to demonstrate and feel the impact of kindness, inclusion, and listening on a caring community. Students learn from a community helper about the needs they observe in...
In this one-period lesson, learners use words as social action to communicate positively and build community. A service project involves writing positive messages on stones and placing them strategically around the community to uplift and beautify the school!
Messing Around with Nature: Young people learn about environmental stewardship through valuing and respecting nature.
We define philanthropy and discuss the joy of giving, as well as various ways to give through nonprofits in the community. We learn how #GivingTuesday uses the power of social media and combining efforts with others to make a big difference.
This activity helps youth discover their giving passion. The first step to meaningful philanthropy is identifying things that really matter to us. In this activity, youth follow their hearts...or rather their heartbreaks to discover what they are passionate about.
We're all the same in one basic way: We all want other people to understand us. Our differences are something to be respected and celebrated.
Analyze quotes by Martin Luther King, Jr, about being loving and inclusive. Design posters to encourage action and diverse community building.
