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Students will study the lives of those who contributed to the advancement of democracy or the common good.
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Unit: Philanthropy in History
Unit: What Does It Take?
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Grades:
6
7
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Students will become aware of historic figures who have made a difference in our civil society.
Unit: Common Good in Colonial America
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3
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5
Learners will find examples in literature of the simple act of doing something for the common good. They will research examples of philanthropists in colonial America.
Grades:
3
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5
This lesson will define and give examples of terms related to philanthropy and the common good. Learners will examine events that led to the development of philanthropic organizations prior to 1763.
Grades:
3
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Learners will research how colonial organizations, which developed in the nonprofit/ independent sector, have transformed themselves over time to continue to provide for the common good.
Unit: Citizenship
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Throughout history America has been seen as a land of freedom and opportunity. This lesson will explore the history of why and how people came to America.
Unit: Herstory in History
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Grades:
6
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This lesson will emphasize that, from the beginning, women have made significant contributions to American history and philanthropy by taking a stand to support their beliefs. One of these women who showed courage to contribute to the common good was Pocahontas.
Unit: Freedom to Choose
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Grades:
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Students get a first-hand experience of not having a choice. They relate this experience to how the Pilgrims and other immigrants feel when they choose to come to the United States for democratic freedom.
Unit: Philanthropy and You
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Grades:
3
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Students will explore Native American philanthropy and the Pilgrim community.
Unit: Philanthropic Movements in the United States to 1900
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6
7
8
The purpose of this lesson is to illustrate how the Pilgrims were influenced in developing a community and American democracy. Using primary source documents, this lesson will take a look at the Mayflower Compact and its origins, and will discuss the story of The Pilgrim’s First Thanksgiving....