Grades:
6
7
8
Learners will develop a working knowledge of the vocabulary associated with philanthropy and awareness of the rich history of philanthropy in the United States.
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Unit: Power to Make a Difference (The)
Unit: My Water, Your Water, Our Water
Grades:
3
4
5
Learners will understand responsible citizenship needed to be committed to saving the Great Lakes ecosystems. Learners will participate in a service-learning activity, demonstrating commitment to saving the Great Lakes ecosystems.
Instructor Note: To assist in obtaining...
Unit: TeachOne: King's Words of Challenge
Grades:
6
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12
In response to Martin Luther King, Jr.'s challenge to a middle school to spark discussions and action of personal action, in this lesson we explore what it means to be the best with the talents you have. Students practice listening and responding with respect. They raise awareness through...
Unit: Action through Art
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Grades:
9
10
11
12
The learners read stories written and illustrated by teens about action and advocacy to make the world a better place. The students brainstorm concerns/issues they have about their school or local community and create story outlines about ways to address an issue.
Unit: Community Clean-Up
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Students learn about the goals of Earth Day and identify areas in town that need clean-up or planting. They plan a day of service.
Teach this one-period lesson plan and follow it with a simple and powerful service project ...
Unit: Looking beyond First Impressions (5th Grade)
Grades:
3
4
5
First impressions of people can often lead to misunderstandings and unfair treatment of others. Using photographs, this lesson raises awareness of our tendency to judge others based on the appearance of a person. Learners reflect on the value of diversity and the necessity for more...
Unit: Annual International Festival
Grades:
3
4
5
Students explore the cultures of different countries through the food, costume, celebrations, geography, education, music, and other features of a chosen country. The lesson requests the use of parent involvement, and culminates in a vivid presentation at a school assembly.
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Unit: Power of One—Everyday Heroes for the Common Good (The)
Grades:
6
7
8
Students will identify and celebrate their everyday heroes contributions to the common good in their community.
Unit: Faces of the Community (The)
Grades:
6
7
8
The students examine the motivations and work of the painters Van Gogh and Gauguin who were driven by a need to benefit society through art. The students learn how artwork portrays ethnicity and then draw their own portraits to create a display of the diverse faces of the community.
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Unit: Healthy Youth, Healthy Community (6-8)
Grades:
6
7
8
Students analyze survey results, choose a community health need, and design a service project to address it.