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K
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2
Introduces the idea of sharing in a situation where there is a scarcity of resources. Exposes students to the concept of tolerance of differences. Increases listening comprehension and the use of critical thinking skills.
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Unit: Philanthropic Literature
Unit: "Antsy" for Others
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Grades:
K
1
2
Students make a life-size picture of themselves. They verbally compare their attributes that make them unique. Display the self-portraits hand-in-hand at a local children’s hospital, if possible. Add captions or a list of dictated comments about what the children know about friendship, showing...
Unit: TeachOne for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2019
Grades:
6
7
8
Students use visual literacy skills to analyze the components and message of an image. They listen carefully and seek to understand the different opinions and perspectives of their classmates. The students identify issues that are meaningful to them and create a simple image and text to...
Grades:
K
1
2
3
4
5
Students use visual literacy skills to talk about an artistic image. They listen respectfully to the different opinions and perspectives of their classmates. The students identify a need at their school and create a simple image that tells others to think differently or take action to...
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Students use visual literacy skills to analyze the components and message of an image. The students identify issues that are meaningful to them and create a simple image/message and then design a social media campaign to advocate for their issue. This lesson plan includes some optional...
Unit: Diverse Community: Who Is My Neighbor? (3-5)
Grades:
3
4
5
The group creates mosaics to represent the diversity within their community.
Unit: Our Constitutional Connection
Grades:
3
4
5
Students learn about three amendments to the Constitution that extended voting rights to more citizens. They will discuss the importance of expressing opinions through voting and try to make a difference by reminding adults to vote with their colorful posters. ...
Unit: People Making a Difference (Kindergarten)
Grades:
K
1
2
This lesson introduces the concept of basic needs. Students will distinguish between needs and wants. They will become aware that some people lack the resources to have their basic needs met.
Unit: Poetry for the Common Good
Grades:
K
1
2
Students will understand that you find poetry everywhere: lyrics to songs, commercials and rap. They will also realize that themes of giving are often found in poetry. Students will write poems with giving themes. Sharing their poems is considered an act of generosity. Students...
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Unit: The Heat Is On: A Unit Concerning Global Warming
Grades:
3
4
5
The purpose of this lesson is to explore the causes and effects of global warming and to discuss possible solutions.