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Students read an African version of the Cinderella story so that they can compare versions and increase their sense of story.
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Unit: Cinderella Stories (The)
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In this lesson, the class compares a Native American version of the Cinderella story with other versions. Students explore the character traits of good and evil characters and discuss the meaning of good character. Students demonstrate what they have learned about fairy tales by writing original...
Unit: My Country, My Community
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Learners will recognize the importance of taking action in defense of core democratic values. They will identify philanthropic acts and describe their importance to the common good.
Unit: Roots of Philanthropy (Elementary)
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Youth Activity: This energizer activity helps youth recognize the word philanthropy and gain comfort pronouncing it through fun and active participation....
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Unit: Black History IS American History
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We are made by history. In this activity youth read the stories of philanthropic African Americans and influential related events that made America what it is today. Then they create a virtual Pop-Up Museum as an advocacy service project in which they tell...
Unit: Surviving the Depression—1930-1939
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Students will view life during the depression through primary source interviews with individuals who lived during these hard times.
Unit: Traditions
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The purpose of this unit is to recall that storytelling is a tradition and learn that quilt making is an American tradition. The learner will understand that working collectively brings about change, and that shared values help build communities. They will recognize the value of conflict...
Unit: Generosity of Spirit Folktales
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Native Americans are located geographically across the entire continent of North America. Their culture varies as much as their locations as they each have their own traditions. This lesson focuses on seven Native American groups and their folktales as they relate to generosity of the spirit...
Unit: Native American Legend about Community (A) (3rd Grade)
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To review the idea of philanthropy and community through a Native American legend in which people take action in response to a community need.
Unit: Philanthropy and You
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Explore the meaning of philanthropy through a Native American legend....