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Youth reflect on the lessons they have learned through building cultural competence in this unit. They identify an adult they trust to have critical, or difficult, conversations.
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We work on communication and listening skills while designing and building simple objects. This helps us think about the power of words and how difficult it can be to get a message across to another person without it being lost in translation.
Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty
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One of the most effective ways to support youth social emotional growth is with regular check-ins. Use ice breakers to give youth a chance to listen, talk, reflect, build empathy, and discuss critical thinking and issues. The following conversation prompts are organized by the SEL categories and the type of engagement they bring out.
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White Papers provide abbreviated snapshots of significant concepts, people, and organizations related to philanthropy. They are appropriate for teens and adults interested in learning more about philanthropy.
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In this unit, the children hear three stories of Chinese literature. Two are folk tales from ancient China, and the third is from present day setting in North America. The learners explore decision-making and the consequences of choices made.
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Language Arts
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Mathematics
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In the book, Sam and the Lucky Money, we observe Sam as he makes a difficult decision between what he wants and what he knows is right. The children explore the benefits and costs of giving.
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What is something that makes you excited to get up in the morning and gives you energy? Whatever that vision is, that is your "spark." Young people may not know what their spark is today, and it may change many times over...
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In this critical thinking activity, participants sort ideas and make observations about the difference between the nonprofit sector and the for-profit sector.
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In this activity, participants explore the work of several nonprofit organizations. They contact a local nonprofit organization to learn more about their organization, what they do, and how young people can help.
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These lessons focus on the work of nonprofit organizations in the community and the nonprofit sector as a career option. The young people research a nonprofit in the community and interview staff about their work and the needs they address.
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Media / Technology
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Language Arts