Junkanoo is a Bahamian Festival that takes place in December. The festival was started by slaves who were restoring some of their native customs that they left behind in Africa. Junkanoo is a nice example of artistic expression communicating aspects of a...
Sometimes we let negative words of others or our own doubts stop us from doing what we know we can. Children reflect on the importance of positive words and actions to make a strong community.
Youth develop an understanding of the value of a service learning project as they realize their responsibility to contribute to the community in positive ways.
Participants cite philanthropic historical events on a timeline. They focus on events in which the nonprofit sector was used to make positive changes in society.
The learners choose a person of courage to honor on a commemorative "postage stamp."
Learners explore stories about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history.
Students will describe how local nonprofits help the community.
Readers examine the lasting effects of power, privilege, and discrimination on communities.
To introduce students to the harsh realities of modern-day slavery.
Children spend time outside to play in nature and recognize the beauty of diverse living things in their environment. Their service project is to share nature with someone else in a creative interaction.