The learners define and explain the importance of civic engagement and responsible citizenship. They explore the reasons why people may hesitate to become involved in solving problems and consider ways in which they can be "part of the solution" rather than a "part of the problem."
Small personal actions can be first steps in a life of service and civic engagement. Voting and civic action are small examples of responsible citizenship. Advocating for what we value is a demonstration of a citizen's rights.
The learners articulate how small actions can be a demonstration of responsible citizenship and how advocating for one's beliefs is a demonstration of a citizen's rights.
In this lesson, students learn that we all have ideas and talents to make the world a better place. This is an opportunity to demonstrate and feel the impact of kindness, inclusion, and listening on a caring community. Students learn from a community helper about the needs they observe in the...
At the beginning of the year we get to create our classroom community. We get to decide how we will learn and grow and play with each other for the rest of the year. This is a new beginning for all. As we start to...
A children's story introduces kindness and demonstrates reaching out to someone who is lonely. Children learn that one act of kindness can lead to other acts of kindness. Acts of kindness are acts of philanthropy.
In response to the book, Thank You, Mr. Falker, the children identify the negative effects of bullying or exclusion. They explore the effects of positive treatment and respect for others.
In response to the book, Thank You, Mr. Falker, children identify the negative effects of teasing and bullying. They connect philanthropy to positive treatment and respect for others and consider the effects of their own behavior on others.