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Students will understand the vocabulary of philanthropy and the importance of the tradition of philanthropy to the community and civil society.
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Unit: Our Philanthropic Tradition: Intro. to Philanthropy Unit (5th)
Unit: At the Core of Philanthropy—Democratic Values
Grades:
6
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This lesson will emphasize that beliefs influence our actions. Students will research contemporary examples of individuals acting philanthropically in accordance with a Core Democratic Value.
Unit: Philanthropy: Individuals and Their Surroundings
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Students will explain that, in the United States, it is the people who hold the power, not the government.
Unit: Philanthropy—Essential to a Democratic Society
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Students will learn the fundamental principles of parliamentary procedure and use the procedure to create a plan for a service project in the community.
Unit: Launching Your Ship with Citizenship
Grades:
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Students will list and describe the characteristics of a good citizen relative to democracy.
Unit: Whose Job Is It?
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Grades:
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To identify and compare the roles of governments, economic systems, and the nonprofit sector in meeting the needs of people around the world.
Unit: Protect Your Melon
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Learners will learn about the need for bicycle safety through understanding and relating the five basic rules of bicycle safety to others in the community. Learners will become aware of the basic vocabulary associated with philanthropy as they prepare for their service activity.
Unit: Our Constitutional Connection
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3
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This lesson looks at the three amendments to the Constitution that extended voting rights to more citizens. Youth discuss the effectiveness and purpose of voting, and they take action to make a difference, such as making colorful posters reminding adults to vote or raising...
Unit: The Carter Center and Volunteerism
Grades:
9
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Students are introduced to the concept of responsible citizenship and how philanthropy helps achieve responsible citizenship.
Unit: Freedom to Choose
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Grades:
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Students discuss what it feels like to not have a choice. They relate this experience to how the Pilgrims and other immigrants feel when they chose to come to the United States for democratic freedom.