Young people demonstrate that differences can be discussed and worked through kindly and playfully. When we disagree, curiosity and creativity can help us talk openly. Conflict isn't comfortable, but we have the curiosity and skills to get through.
Participants identify the impact of humans on lakes and rivers. They explore ways to take responsibility to protect the waterways.
Students will learn about overpopulation and its connection to hunger.
Students research and compare statistics of the history of hunger and obesity around the world.
Learners reflect in writing about how they can use their personal resources and interests to make a difference in someone's life.
Using award-winning literature, the learners describe and analyze racism in Mississippi during the Great Depression. The readers identify the injustices in the community as well as the values and self-respect that build community relationships and strength.
This lesson helps students become more aware of their own values and sense of self by describing themselves and their choices.
Learners demonstrate understanding of integrity by reflecting and writing in response to quotes or personal experiences related to integrity.
Participants identify the attributes of a hero who is acting for the common good. Mother Teresa is a hero for her philanthropic work and character.
Working in small groups, learners match the classic hero traits to an activist who took social action for the common good.