Grades:
11
12
To develop a basic understanding about the role of philanthropy in the history of the United States
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Unit: Hands On Philanthropy: A High School Course at Kentucky Country Day School
Unit: Cool Kids Compost
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Grades:
3
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5
Students become experts on composting through research and questioning. They compare and contrast dirt and compost samples and complete a comparison diagram. The learners brainstorm ideas for acting as environmental stewards by sharing their knowledge about composting in order to reduce the...
Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Grades:
11
12
To learn how to conduct research and dedicate time to learning about nonprofit organizations, philanthropists, assessment of nonprofit effectiveness, social causes and issues, and related topics. Research time is scheduled periodically. ...
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Grades:
11
12
To help students assess the effectiveness of charitable organizations and decide on their own financial contributions.
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Unit: Philanthropy's Role in a Democratic Society
Grades:
9
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11
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Learners research the public and philanthropic life of the person, and prepare a three to five minute oral presentation based on their research. They will highlight the most significant facts of the individual’s life, the philanthropy the individual participated in, and major effects their lives...
Unit: Devotions for Young Children
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6
7
8
Students bring together their investigations of different preschool and early childhood centers and share their research on literacy and faith development and come to a consensus on the plan for their devotional project. They examine sample devotionals and brainstorm their topics and theme ideas...
Unit: Project on Poverty and Homelessness at Sea Crest School
Grades:
6
7
8
Students will research a food program and write an essay.
Grades:
6
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Students conduct and compile research about hunger. ...
Unit: Farm to Table and Food Production
Grades:
6
7
8
This lesson consists of research and project-work days. Students will work through the various worksheets in their groups, developing their projects while relying on what they learned in previous sessions. They use a decision matrix and work collaboratively to fine-tune their...
Unit: The Power of Children
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Grades:
6
7
8
Students determine which community need should have greatest priority. Once a priority need has been determined, students research organizations that address that community need. The research process will use a student-generated list of questions.