This lesson introduces learners to our global community. Learners see how they depend on the earth and the earth depends on them. Since we share the earth with many other people, we have a responsibility (for the good of all) to be good...
Learners will identify, define, and demonstrate an understanding of the Hebrew phrase tikkun olam from a moral and religious standpoint.
The purpose of this lesson is to identify the essence of an imperfect world and the rationale for why the world needs improvement.
Learners identify ways for individuals, nonprofits, and governments to take action against excessive destruction of the rainforests of the world.
The young people define philanthropy and identify philanthropic activities.
After learning about the definition of respect toward self and others, we explore the idea of respect for property or the environment.
One of the ways we identify ourselves is through the culture of our gender identity. This may include our gender and how we express ourselves through our clothing, hair, and what we like to do and who we like to spend time with. This lesson raises awareness of the variety of ways people express...
In this lesson we learn the history of the Indigenous people who lived in our specific area. We learn that language matters, and there is a respectful way to talk about the heritage of a person who was first to live in an area.
Participants analyze the essential qualities of the Core Democratic Values and how these values are evident in relationships and behavior in a classroom/group and in the community/nation.
Through discussion of the book The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss, we learn about tolerance and the value of diversity in community.