This lesson emphasizes the importance of "V’ahavta Lereacha Kamocha – Love Your Friend as Yourself." Children discuss the importance of helping others and will have the opportunity to have firsthand experience in this aspect of tikkun olam.
The purpose of this lesson is to have students name and recognize nonprofit organizations within the local community.
A neighborhood becomes a broader picture for them to think about as a place where they are a member and can make a difference. Learning that the community is diverse is important The lesson will introduce some community helpers in whom the learners can put their trust.
Youth Activity: Youth explore the meaning of "common good," which is part of the definition of philanthropy.
"A community is only as good as its most unhealthy part." - anonymous
We examine the Core Values of American Democracy and discuss their importance and where we are exposed to them and practice them throughout life.
Young people research the ecosystems around their own homes, school, and community, so they can be better informed stewards about conservation.
Young people convince others to take care of the beach or protect the Earth. They write an essay or make an advocacy poster.
We investigate and expand our understanding of caring and determine things or people we care about.
The Free Breakfast for Children Program of the 1960s exemplified mutual aid and differed from traditional charity while still being a form of philanthropy. We discover and learn how the people of a community most affected by issues, including young people, are sometimes the most able to...
Learners use visual literacy skills to analyze the components and message of an image. They listen carefully and seek to understand the different opinions and perspectives of their peers. They identify issues that are meaningful to them and create a simple image and text to communicate a...