Youth learn about the work of African American inventors who had a positive influence on society by contributing scientific innovation for the common good.
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Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
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677087384
Level:
BENCHMARK / GRADE LEVEL INDICATOR
Year adopted:
2010
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Label:
W.6.10.
Learners explore the contributions and recommendations of Benjamin Franklin as a person who engaged in active citizenship.
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We learn about the ancient Aztec culture in Mexico.
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From books and research, young people read about the Aztec Empire practice of human sacrifice, which was seen as a gift to help the community. Discuss the concept of sacrifice for the common good and debate individual rights and community responsibility when taking action for the common good.
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We learn about organizations that responded to needs and increased social awareness during the Civil War and Reconstruction.
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This lesson clarifies that true rights are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. Participants discuss the importance of protecting these rights, and if and when it is ever appropriate to limit rights. We learn that one role of nonprofits is to preserve and promote guaranteed rights.
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