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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the concept of heroism in this lesson, through personal reflection, group activities and a thoughtful analysis of the documentary, HEROES OF GROUND ZERO. They explore their own understanding of what it means to be a hero. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the concept of heroism and identify heroes in their own life. They design an Olympic Medal that embodies that person's character. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students explore the tales of Greek mythology and discuss what it means to be a hero. They associate acts of epic heroism with philanthropy noting that these characters acted in a larger than life manner to secure the common good. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students read the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. They investigate how present-day definitions of heroism have been influenced by cultural heritage and identify philanthropy themes intrinsic in their reading. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students discuss the concept of heroism, then choose a hero together as a class. They create biographical essays about their chosen hero, then work collaboratively to create a large black and white mural of their chosen hero. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students recognize courage and heroism of Danish and Swedish people and all others who resisted the Nazis, realize that everyone has the capacity to do good as well as evil, and analyze reasons and motivations that caused certain people to take a stand. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are asked to consider the meaning of heroism. In what way was the signing of the Declaration of Independence a heroic action? What did individual signers risk by their action? students identify other heroic moments in American history. Full Review »
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- Kindergarten - Higher Ed
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Students examine concept of heroes and heroism, explore particular heroes, categorize hero types, build hero vocabulary, identify their own living heroes, participate in writing activities, and contribute story, artwork, or film to MY HERO Web site. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students investigate heroism through the ages. They complete an online Webquest, explore various websites, compare/contrast different types of heroes, answer discussion questions, and locate newspaper articles about someone they consider to be a hero. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students, after examining the function and appearance of heroism in history and modern situations, analyze why people choose to maintain commitment to a belief. They also continue collecting materials/Internet research for their unit project, Dream weaver. Full Review »
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