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Discuss when permission is needed in order to perform an act of philanthropy. Learn and practice a song about giving.
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Unit: Phil Up on the Arts
Unit: Giving to Others (Tzedakah) (Private-Religious)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
This lesson will teach Maimonides’ (Rambam’s) Eight Levels of Charity as quoted in the Mishneh Torah, his book of Jewish laws and concepts. The learner will understand the Eight Levels of Charity, the reasons behind the hierarchy, and how these levels apply to today’s...
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Grades:
9
10
11
12
Participants learn about different types of foundations and how they work toward improving the common good.
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Unit: Project on Poverty and Homelessness at Sea Crest School
Grades:
6
7
8
Students explore how charity and philanthropy address hunger and poverty.
Unit: Urban EdVenture Course by the Westminster Schools
Grades:
5
Community members share stories of experiences in philanthropy.
Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty
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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: The Power of Children
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Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson, students dream big and envision what it would look like to have the problem solved. They discuss steps to take and what they need to learn in order to accomplish the task. They take personal responsibility for carrying out the expectations they set for the final service-learning...
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Unit: Environment: Sustaining Our World
Grades:
6
7
8
The youth learn how water safety is fragile. Even with good intentions, people and processes can cause major problems. They raise awareness of water issues and the importance of being vigilant about this shared need.
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Unit: Hurricane Katrina / Great Hanshin-Awaji Disaster Collaboration
Grades:
9
10
11
12
The learners will become aware of human need brought about by natural disasters and will compare domestic experiences with parallel events on the other side of the world.
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Unit: What Is a Youth Advisory Committee?
Grades:
3
4
5
Read and compare a variety of literature to explore motivations and impact of young people taking action and helping others. We recognize that we all have time, treasures and/or talents to share.