Grades:
9
10
11
12
This lesson introduces the type of folklore known as folktales. Young people identify the traits of folklore found in cultures across the world, including the common theme of "philanthropic giving."
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Unit: Generosity of Spirit Folktales
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Wealth may be measured in something other than money. We may feel wealthy if we have a loving family or good health. Community wealth may be in relationships, respectful leaders, and good places to visit.
Unit: Character Education: Responsibility (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson, the learners define the concept of responsibility through personal reflection and discussion.
Unit: Character Education: Perseverance (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners use a decision-making model to identify the issues they feel most concerned about. With those in mind, they explore how perseverance and doing their personal best are more effective ways to address needs than looking at the short term.
Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Grades:
11
12
To discuss the wisdom of giving and receiving gifts. What makes a gift or giver wise or foolish? How should you decide what you should give?
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Unit: Philanthropy and You
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Grades:
3
4
5
Conducting research about activists from different cultures helps youth recognize Human Rights and the relationship to philanthropic values.
Unit: Pitch In Philanthropic Puppet Project
Grades:
3
4
5
Young people make puppets out of recycled materials. They use their creativity to come up with a movable puppet that represents a character in their puppet play.
Unit: Character Education: Responsibility (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
Through a choice of prompts, the learners reflect on and express their understanding of being responsible.
Unit: Cinderella Stories
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Grades:
K
1
2
Students read an African version of the Cinderella story so that they can compare versions and increase their sense of story.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
The learners choose a person of courage to honor on a commemorative "postage stamp."