Students brainstorm the elements that make an effective service-learning project. They discuss the important elements and take responsibility for making sure these are carried out in the final project. They review the rubric and discuss expectations for a presentation of a service-learning...
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce learners to the vocabulary and concepts related to garbage removal.
The purpose of this lesson is to have learners explore and implement ways they can contribute to protecting the natural environment. ...
To introduce students to Andrew Carnegie as one of the outstanding early philanthropists of the United States.
To continue the study of philanthropist Andrew Carnegie’s influence on American culture. ...
Students view a film and explore facts and research about hunger. They brainstorm what they know and need to know (KWL). Then, they receive a challenge in the form of a letter to research and propose solutions to food insecurity related to food production.
To expose students to literature that reinforces the concept of unconditional kindness and demonstrates the idea that a good deed done for others will come back to you. The story also reinforces the days of the week.
Students will gain a basic understanding of philanthropic vocabulary and how they see it reflected in their lives and in their school and community.
Students learn about foundations and conduct research on one celebrity who acts as a philanthropist including the motivations for their giving.
Learners will recognize the value of nonprofit organizations and identify how nonprofits meet citizen needs when government can't.