Grades:
5
Community members share stories of experiences in philanthropy.
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Unit: Urban EdVenture Course by the Westminster Schools
Unit: Sensitive Side of Philanthropy (The)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
This lesson will give students hands-on practice applying the concepts of philanthropy and sensitivity.
Unit: Many Hands Together Make a Lighter Load<br>(2nd Grade)
Grades:
K
1
2
Many students are unsure what the term homeless means or how to help those that are homeless. This lesson will help them get a better understanding of the concept through the story Selavi, That is Life: A Haitian...
Unit: My Healthy Plate
Unit:
Grades:
3
4
5
This lesson introduces children to the reality of childhood hunger in their region. Students learn the difference between companies that are for profit and nonprofit and the types of work they do. Students also identify wants and needs.
Unit: Welcome to Our School - A Transition from Elementary to Middle School
Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson the students reflect on the power of volunteerism and gain some perspective on the immense impact volunteers make on our economy and society. They will determine what they contribute to their school community.
Unit: Philanthropy—The Big Picture
Grades:
3
4
5
This lesson will emphasize the various kinds of nonprofits in specific geographic regions and examine why volunteers are needed in the community.
Unit: Money and Credit: Making Good Decisions (9-12)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
This lesson teaches and reinforces the "economic way of thinking" along with the personal finance concepts: spend, save, invest and donate - in the context of making economic decisions or choices with money. The concepts of philanthropy and contributing to the common good, are integrated into...
Unit: Philanthropy and Children Who Are Homeless
Grades:
6
7
8
The purpose of the lesson is to create an awareness of local agencies that provide services for needy people, teens, and families in the community. Students will also learn the motivations for giving and see how help is provided to the community through the four sectors of the economy. Students...
Unit: Sharing the Gift of Literacy
Grades:
K
1
2
The purpose of this lesson is for students to plan and carry out a book drive to benefit children in their community who may not have access to many books at home....
Unit: The Important Thing About Reading
Grades:
3
4
5
The purpose of this lesson is for students to plan and carry out a book drive to benefit children in their community who may not have access to many books at home....