Grades:
6
7
8
Using realistic scenarios to spark discussion, the learners discuss the importance and strategies of following through on responsibilities.
Filter by subjects:
Filter by audience:
Filter by unit » issue area:
find a lesson
Unit: Character Education: Responsibility (Grade 6)
Unit: Character Education: Trustworthiness (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners brainstorm ways to "build capital in a trust bank account." They read and discuss a Celtic folktale and discuss the role of communication in building trust.
Unit: Character Education: Trustworthiness (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
7
8
We learn about public trust and identify characteristics of public figures that merit trust. Learners also discuss how they can use their own time, talent, and treasure to support trustworthy politicians, sports figures, corporations, and celebrities.
Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson, learners describe what a group looks like that has a high level of trust with each other.
Unit: Character Education: Integrity (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners read a brief description of the tough choice Frederik de Klerk faced as a leader in South Africa. They look at the strength needed to act with integrity when the pressure tells us to conform.
Unit: Immigrant and Refugee Experiences "Kids Are Philanthropists Too!" Podcast
Grades:
3
4
5
6
7
8
In this episode of the Kids Are Philanthropists too! podcast, we explore what it is like to recently arrive in the United States as a child.
Our host is Amy Neugebauer with 11-12-year-old co-hosts Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, and Sam, all part of...
Grades:
3
4
5
6
7
8
In this episode of the Kids Are Philanthropists too! podcast, we continue to explore the immigrant and refugee experience with an interview with special guest Catelijne Sillevis, Head of the Department of Child Psychologists at Nidos Guardianship for Refugees in the...
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners identify examples of courage from an article about Jackie Robinson.
Unit: Building a Caring and Inclusive Classroom
Grades:
K
1
2
3
4
5
Building a caring and inclusive classroom begins with an understanding of where students are at not just academically, but emotionally. Many students today have been exposed to experiences that affect their ability to regulate their emotions. By teaching children positive behavior...
Unit: Character Education: Caring (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
7
8
The purpose of this lesson is for the learners to reflect on how philanthropy, enlightened self-interest, and caring are related and to determine why and how they will "care" in the future.