The purpose of the lesson is to educate learners about watersheds, ways in which water pollution occurs, and how important proper use of watersheds is to them. After understanding the importance of the watersheds, they will recognize that wise usage of their local watershed is an example...
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
The book, The Gardener, by Sarah Stewart gently illustrates how sharing growing things can be a gift to others and the community.
The book The Empty Pot by Demi tells a fable of a Chinese emporer who wants to find the most worthy to take his place. What does it mean to be a worthy community leader?
When times are hard, it is sometimes difficult to remember that the things that count are not material, and the people who make a difference in our lives are the ones we often take for granted. We read five Jewish folktales that reveal gifts of generosity in everyday events of life. Through...
The learners define courage and describe the identity of someone with courage. They describe courage with words that show what it is and what it isn't.
Learners explore stories about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history.
Using Guidestar as a source, young people identify three nonprofits and their mission statements.
In this lesson, we recognize that we all have biases and privileges. It is helpful to be aware of them so we see them as part of our identity and not a reason to judge or discriminate.
Writing letters to government officials is an effective way to take a stand on an issue. Young people use advocacy as a form of service.