After reading an article about homelessness by Anna Quindlen, learners discuss a respectful way to use the language that describes a group of people who are vulnerable. They reflect on basic needs that may be difficult to meet when one doesn’t have a home.
This lesson raises the learners’ awareness of water quality, water treatment, and responsible management of water resources around the world. They write persuasive pieces to share their knowledge of issues around safe drinking water.
Children participate in a trash clean-up and analyze the issue of pollution caused by trash, especially plastics. They discuss who should be responsible for preventing or cleaning up pollution - government, business, charitable organizations, or individuals. They learn the effects of plastic garbage on the environment, including the lives of animals.
Young people assess their personal diets and view pictures of families around the world with the food they eat in a week. Through awareness and discussion, they view cultural and regional differences. They research community or world issues associated with food and health.
This unit focuses on different traditions of giving through world cultures (and religious traditions), looking for similarities that connect us. In addition, learners recognize that diversity makes our community stronger. Students develop personal mission statements and create visual/audio presentations of "Why I Serve."
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USA for UNHCR was founded in 1989 by a group of Americans concerned about the global refugee crisis. The mission of the organization is to spread...
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