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The young people define philanthropy and identify philanthropic activities.
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Young people learn about the contributions made by Benjamin Franklin to the common good. They categorize his accomplishments in the nonprofit, business, and government sectors. They select a quote from Franklin that they would like to apply to their own lives.
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Using Guidestar as a source, young people identify three nonprofits and their mission statements.
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Introduce the word philanthropy and define as giving time, talent and treasure for the common good. Children are given the opportunity to practice cooperative behaviors like sharing and taking turns.
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Philanthropy
Social Studies
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This lesson introduces the definition of philanthropy. The children are given the opportunity to see that philanthropy is something in which they are capable of participating. The memory building game stimulates the children to choose many different ways of being philanthropic. The...
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To guide children to understand that being in a group requires working together, getting along, resolving conflicts, and having fun together.
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The purpose of this lesson is to demonstrate that being in a group (or community) requires cooperation, working together, getting along, and resolving conflicts. The activity enables the children to accomplish this while having fun at the same time.
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Discuss the importance of friendship, belonging, and trust in a person's life and explore the behaviors that welcome others in community.
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Language Arts
Philanthropy
Social Studies
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Literature Guide
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The Brand New Kid is a sensitive book that helps children see the effects of teasing on a new child in school. Children learn to face new situations with confidence and develop strategies for how to include others in play.
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All people have need for and deserve friendship and belonging. In this lesson, we explore the elements of community relationships, like kindness, inclusion, listening, and trust. The children compile pages to make a big book that teaches others to be caring community members.