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9
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11
12
What is the value of a name? Students discuss the meaning and purpose that is communicated in the name of an organization and the names of people. ...
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Unit: Foundations: Unit Two of Establishing a Student-Run Foundation
Unit: Each One, Teach One
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Grades:
3
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5
Learners write early childhood creative books to present to new mothers or the local school library/media center to be read by very young children. They summarize their observations and feelings in their Learning Logs and reflect on the concepts of philanthropy, stewardship, advocacy,...
Unit: Money and Credit: Making Good Decisions (9-12)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Students will reflect on their service project, and its impact on them and the community. They will determine the best presentation method(s) to use (may include presentation software, poster, rap, video, skit, podcast, etc.) in creating a class presentation that demonstrates the project's...
Unit: Our Playful Community
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K
1
2
In his lesson, students participate in fun activities with their other classmates, showing that trust, collaboration, and good attitudes are part of fun group activities....
Unit: Community Philanthropy: Intro. to Philanthropy Unit (4th)
Grades:
3
4
5
Students will define philanthropy and recognize philanthropic activities. Students will identify examples of philanthropy in literature.
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Unit: Drumming from the Heart
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Grades:
K
1
2
Students visit a local preschool or retirement facility of their choosing to read aloud a book they wrote and illustrated about generous giving. They share a drumming experience and give the drums and books as gifts. When they return to class, they reflect on the impact the experience had on...
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Grades:
K
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2
Students make drums using different recyclable containers and colorful craft supplies. They write a class story to retell the story of "The Drum." Each student colors a printout of the story to share with a younger child. They decide with whom (for example, a local Head Start preschool...
Unit: Grow Involved 6-8
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Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson, students discover and discuss the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and especially focus on his ethic of service.
Unit: TeachOne: King's Words of Challenge
Grades:
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
In response to Martin Luther King, Jr.'s challenge to a middle school to spark discussions and action of personal action, in this lesson we explore what it means to be the best with the talents you have. Students practice listening and responding with respect. They raise awareness through...
Unit: Endangered Species--It's Not Too Late
Grades:
3
4
5
The purpose of this lesson is to give each learner an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of an endangered species (animal) of their own choosing. Each learner will "adopt" an endangered animal to research. They will then write and...