Through a variety of literature, students will develop an understanding and awareness of the many types of wildlife that coexist with people in and around an urban area. Students will gain knowledge of how they can be instrumental in maintaining a healthy environment for humans and wildlife that...
Students will understand the difference between a theme, a moral, and a topic, and to be able to identify the theme of a piece of literature.
Students will gain a basic understanding of philanthropic characteristics and how they pertain to their own lives.
The purpose of this lesson is to develop an appreciation for the importance of follow-up letters.
This energizer activity provides a fast and fun way to learn about the word philanthropy and its meaning.
"My friends are much more likely to get involved if word gets out that what we are doing is fun. We need to get that message out. We need to be the messengers."
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Students examine the intent and reality of the orphan train and discuss whether it was an effective solution to child homelessness. They write and speak about the traits of someone who takes action for others and civil society. ...
Students will investigate and acquire information about acts of philanthropy that occurred in Michigan during the Civil War era.
Students will analyze how the executive branch enforces laws through its departments and executive agencies. They will also investigate how public interest groups serve as watchdogs on government, protecting and advancing the rights of citizens. In many cases nonprofit organizations work with...
In this culminating lesson, the students perform their puppet plays in order to teach others about environmental issues. As a final piece, students reflect on this project by writing an answer to some essential questions of the unit: What does it mean to be a philanthropist? What does it mean to...
This lesson will emphasize the various kinds of nonprofits in specific geographic regions and examine why volunteers are needed in the community.