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Students learn the meaning of the word philanthropy and identify examples of philanthropy in their home, school and community.
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Unit: Why Do People Give?
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This lesson introduces the concepts of supporting the arts and artists “giving back.” This lesson also introduces the concept of serial reciprocity—when someone does something kind for you, you pass on an act of kindness to someone else.
Unit: Communities in Crisis (6-8)
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Learners will examine the lives of individuals in the play, "The Diary of Anne Frank," in relation to community and philanthropy. They will compare the content of the play as a secondary source to the primary source, Diary of Anne Frank.
Unit: Each One, Teach One
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To recognize the importance of engaging in activities to address literacy in their school and community as demonstrated by interpreting and analyzing their reading. They will understand the role of acting as a philanthropist in their school community.
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Unit: Sharing Is Giving (3rd Grade)
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Students will explore the definition of “philanthropy,” “hero,” and “nonprofit” and how they apply to local community organizations and civic society.
Unit: My Water, Your Water, Our Water
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Learners explore individual and collective responsibility for maintaining the health of the Great Lakes Basin or local water resources.
Unit: Call to Action: Intro. to Philanthropy
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Inspired by stories of service, students gain understanding of philanthropy concepts and actions. They brainstorm acts of kindness and determine how they will contribute to the common good.
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Unit: All for One
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Learners identify stereotypical and discriminatory behaviors and practices. They define and give examples of positive actions and concepts related to addressing issues of intolerance.
Unit: Faces of the Community (The)
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The students examine the motivations and work of the painters Van Gogh and Gauguin who were driven by a need to benefit society through art. The students learn how artwork portrays ethnicity and then draw their own portraits to create a display of the diverse faces of the community.
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Unit: Phil's Community Connections
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Students will research some local community organizations to better understand the real application of the terms "philanthropy" and "hero."