11 | Learning to Give

#ToteChallenge: Young people investigate the problems caused by plastic shopping bags, then propose solutions they can take to address the problems. They brainstorm uses for plastic bags. This lesson gives guidelines to design a reusable shopping tote out of an old T-shirt using engineering, problem-solving, creativity, and communication. They take action for the common good by using and sharing their project and by educating the community about problems and solutions to the plastic bag crisis.

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Your Local Library

The "Open Doors to Your Community" project is a virtual door that guides young people to the actual door of local resources so they can learn about their community, take action, and build connections and understanding of their roles in community.

What Is the Purpose of a...

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The Librarian of Basra Literature Guide

In“The Librarian of Basra: A true story from Iraq,” Jeanette Winter brings to light the courage, innovation, and strength of a Muslim woman who saved 30,000 library books from bombing during the war in the Middle East. She organized her community to shelter books in their homes until...

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Women and Gender in Society

This toolkit guides youth, educators, group leaders, families, and community groups as they investigate the issue of women and gender in society and prepare to take action. Contents:

Current story
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Key questions

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Homelessness and Poverty Toolkit

This toolkit guides youth, educators, group leaders, families, and community groups as they investigate the issue of homelessness and poverty and prepare to take action. Contents:

Current story
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Key questions

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Using Advocacy for Change

Learning about issues and using our voice is a right and a civic responsibility and vital to a healthy democracy. Teaching youth at the earliest ages about using their voice prepares them to be civically engaged as adults. It teaches them to learn more about issues and see each person as a...

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The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver Literature Guide

A passion for service can begin at a very young age. “The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver” chronicles the inspirational life of George Washington Carver. This beautifully illustrated book goes beyond Carver’s acclaim as a scientist, celebrating his triumphs in the face...

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Eyes that Kiss in the Corner Literature Guide

Through poetic words and beautiful illustrations, a young Asian girl celebrates what makes her unique. This book is a gentle story about self-love and the power of family in shaping our identity. Reading this story together provides an opportunity to listen generously and celebrate each...

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Amanda Gorman's "Earthwise"

Anticipatory Set

Amanda Gorman, the U.S. Youth Poet Laureate, shared this poem "Earthwise" in 2018 on the stage in front of other climate activists. Her words and images call us to action for the environment. Have you thought about what Earth looks like from space? Listen for other...