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Unit: Nature and You (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)

Saving the Trees (Private-Religious)

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Nature and You (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)

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This lesson introduces the concept that trees are just one of many elements in nature that are of fundamental importance to our lives. Learners will explore various reasons why we need nature, why we should be stewards of the environment and will be inspired to work harder to protect Mother...

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Language Arts

Philanthropy

Science

One of a Kind (Private-Religious)

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Nature and You (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)

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This lesson will familiarize students with the Biblical passages that describe the creation of the world. Learners will develop an appreciation for the uniqueness of each species and will inform their school community about the importance of protecting endangered species.

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Language Arts

Science

Unit: Save a Drop For Me

Selecting the Tap

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Save a Drop For Me

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Clean water is a scarce natural resource because pollution and careless action can make it unusable for consumers. Learners research reliable facts about their local water and propose philanthropic acts to contribute to the common good.

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Unit: Building a Community Garden Santuary

What to Plant

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Building a Community Garden Santuary

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When the site is selected, they make a final plan for what plants to put into the garden based on soil, location, and availability. They make a plan to seek donations of plants or funds for their garden.

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Language Arts

Philanthropy

Science

Unit: Our Land

Your Land, My Land, Woody's Land

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Our Land

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Introduce the folksinger Woody Guthrie and his legendary song This Land Is Your Land. His songs were written for everyone to get involved in their community. Learners understand that it is the responsibility of everyone to help take care of each other and the Earth.

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Language Arts

Philanthropy

Social Studies

Unit: My Water, Our Water

Responsible Stewardship of the Great Lakes

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My Water, Our Water

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After learning about the delicate balance and benefits of lakes and rivers, participants raise awareness of the need for responsible citizenship to maintain local water ecosystems.

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Unit: Philanthropy at Home and Abroad

Global Issues

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Philanthropy at Home and Abroad

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Students read an old quote about the interconnection of all life on the planet and recognize that we are each affected by what happens to others and the environment. They will analyze current local, state, national and international issues addressed in the evening news. They become...

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Unit: It's Goin' Down; The Rain Forest

The Impact

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It's Goin' Down; The Rain Forest

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Working with current statistics, youth articulate the repercussions of rainforest destruction and how this destruction may personally affect them if deforestation continues at its present pace.

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Who Is Responsible?

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It's Goin' Down; The Rain Forest

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Learners identify ways for individuals, nonprofits, and governments to take action against excessive destruction of the rainforests of the world.

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Unit: This Land Is Our Land (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)

Repair, Reuse, Recycle (Private-Religious)

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This Land Is Our Land (Stewardship) (Private-Religious)

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This lesson guides students to recognize the importance of taking care of the world by reducing trash. Students will recognize the benefits of recycling and reusing.

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