Grades:
9
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This lesson will give students hands-on practice applying the concepts of philanthropy and sensitivity.
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Unit: Sensitive Side of Philanthropy (The)
Unit: Philanthropic Literature
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Grades:
K
1
2
To expose students to literature which reinforces the concept of tolerance toward people who are different. (The focus is on special-needs persons.) This lesson will also relate tolerance to becoming a responsible citizen...
Unit: Global Peace and Local Legacies
Grades:
6
7
8
Students will understand the impact that philanthropy has worldwide both locally and worldwide. The final experiential component will have students celebrating the good works of local philanthropists (Champions for the Common Good), and engaging in philanthropic activities themselves by planning...
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners will compare and contrast the contributions of the “community champion” nominees who have left a legacy that will benefit the common good and last beyond their own lives. The nominees will be in three categories of giving to examine: family, school and the local community. With the...
Unit: Generosity of Spirit Folktales
Grades:
9
10
11
12
There are times when a person learns that it is better not to give a generous gift at all if it will be disrespected by the receiver. There are also times a person may realize too late that there is a cost for bad behavior. These occur in an Indian tale, "A Flowering Tree" and an Inuit folktale...
Grades:
9
10
11
12
When times are hard, it is sometimes difficult to remember that the things that count are not always material, and the people who make a difference in our lives are the ones we often take for granted. The parable of "The Three Laughs" exemplifies these ideas. We may never know the reasons behind...
Unit: Encouraging Volunteerism
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Grades:
9
10
11
12
Through the use of a fable, learners will understand that the giving of their time, talent and treasure will improve the quality of life in their communities.
Unit: Rivers for the Common Good
Grades:
3
4
5
Learners will study the impact of humans on the environment of a river valley over time and recognize stewardship and the common good in a real life example.
Unit: Bridges for All
Unit:
Grades:
6
7
8
To heighten student awareness of organizations that grew out of necessity and increased social consciousness during the Civil War and Reconstruction.
Unit: Native American Legend about Community (A) (3rd Grade)
Grades:
3
4
5
To review the idea of philanthropy and community through a Native American legend in which people take action in response to a community need.