Grades:
6
7
8
The learners read about two very different Texas pioneers - William Goyens and Mary Maverick - and identify how they earned the trust of others.
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Unit: Character Education: Trustworthiness (Grade 7)
Unit: Character Education: Respect (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson, learners read the true story of Cynthia Ann Parker who was born in a white family and raised by Native Peoples. They look for and discuss the examples of respect and disrespect for Cynthia and the Native culture she was raised in.
Unit: Character Education: Caring (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners read and discuss a story about an act of caring. They brainstorm five ideas for simple acts of caring that make a difference to at least one person.
Unit: Soup's On in Our Community
Grades:
3
4
5
Young people learn about philanthropy through the book Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen and a visit from a nonprofit representative.
Unit: Selflessness in Community
Grades:
K
1
2
We each have gifts we can use to give our lives purpose and make the world better. Using our gifts for the good of others can solve problems, if we take bold and selfless action. Even very young people are capable of the kind of selfless actions that create positive change.
Unit: Urban EdVenture Course by the Westminster Schools
Grades:
5
Discussion of the book The Three Questions guides youth to be aware of people and needs around them and the importance of service as a response to the needs of others.
Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty at Westminster
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Unit: Cinderella Stories
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Grades:
K
1
2
In this lesson, the children compares a Native American version of the Cinderella story with other versions.
Unit: Global Education: Why Learn?
Grades:
K
1
2
3
4
5
Children hear a true story about a woman who performs a brave act related to education for the common good. They identify the benefit shared by the whole community. They define philanthropy and common good.
Unit: Compliments Can Change the World!
Grades:
K
1
2
In response to the book, Thank You, Mr. Falker, the children identify the negative effects of bullying or exclusion. They explore the effects of positive treatment and respect for others.
Unit: Sharing and Caring Across Generations
Grades:
K
1
2
Through storytelling, children recognize that their actions and behaviors have an impact and become memories for future generations.