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Introduce students to the term philanthropy.
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Unit: Philanthropy in Michigan—Civil War
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The students read and interpret and analyze various points of view. They discuss benefits of philanthropy, including justice, common good, fulfillment, and empowerment....
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A lesson to help students consider the benefits when an individual chooses to do philanthropic acts and to engage in critical thinking and constructive conversation regarding opposing views....
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Students will investigate and acquire information about acts of philanthropy that occurred in Michigan during the Civil War era.
Unit: Philanthropic Movements in the United States to 1900
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Using literature and research, learners will identify acts of philanthropy that occurred during the Civil War era.
Unit: Bullying Prevention Plan
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Students define bullying and observe and describe some of the consequences to victims, bystanders, and the whole community. Students recognize that bullying behavior is a civil rights issue that must be addressed for their community to be fair and safe for all. They create a survey and poll...
Unit: My Country, My Community
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Learners will recognize the importance of taking action in defense of core democratic values. They will identify philanthropic acts and describe their importance to the common good.
Unit: Reporting on an Ideal World (11th Grade)
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Learners envision an ideal world characterized by principles of justice, kindness, peace, and tolerance. They demonstrate understanding of these concepts by creating a fictitious newspaper called USA Tomorrow that reports on the ideal world. They will...
Unit: Lights! Camera! Take Action!
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Students view and discuss the DVD The Gift of All: a Community of Givers and identify the influences and attributes of the generous people interviewed. Students read, summarize, and report on short biographies of philanthropists. Students write journal reflections and create a four-...
Unit: Black History IS American History
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We are made by history. Students study philanthropic African Americans and influential related events that made America what it is today. Students participate in a service project in which they create an informational "Pop-Up Museum" to tell stories of black history and philanthropy....