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Discussion of the book The Three Questions guides youth to be aware of people and needs around them and the importance of service as a response to the needs of others.

Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty at Westminster

Young people recognize that nature is an important part of their world that needs their responsible care.  

In this lesson, the children compares a Native American version of the Cinderella story with other versions. 

Young people identify several advocacy strategies and draw conclusions as to their effectiveness. They research efforts in past advocacy campaigns to learn about people, styles, and effectiveness. 

Based on the book The Runaway Rice Cake, the group writes a familiar story from a different perspective. The moral of the story is that when the character gives generously and from the heart, the giver is also rewarded in some way.

Learners define honesty as fairness and straightforward conduct. They look for examples in a story and analyze the merits and mistakes of the main character.

Learners define perseverance and identify the need to persevere in completing tasks. They will explore obstacles and excuses that deter perseverance.

Learners explore what it means for responsible citizens to demonstrate civic virtues of justice, kindness, peace, generosity, and inclusion. 

Define integrity as being true to yourself and what you value. The learners explore examples of being true to self.