Students take community action. In this philanthropy lesson, students consider issues in their community and collaborate in small groups to rank the issues identified. Students read Brandy Cake and reflect on the story's themes in order...

Students examine Chinese folktales. In this literature and philanthropy lesson, students read Chinese folktales and analyze their literary elements. Students consider the effects of generosity in the tales and in their own lives.

Learners prepare food. In this African American community lesson, students read a story and discuss how philanthropy was portrayed. Learners write about a time they had the opportunity to share or give. Students decide ways they can be...

Students read quotes. In this philanthropy activity, students read Historic Excerpts of The Europeans. Students work in pairs and pick one quote to illustrate.

Students discover the Society of Friends. In this Quakers lesson, students research the Quakers and discuss how their beliefs and works are philanthropic and contribute to core democratic values.

Middle schoolers explore the concept of philanthropy. In this environmental stewardship lesson, students explore the Greek mythology story of Poseidon. Middle schoolers write letters to Poseidon that address water pollution today and...

Learners explore the meaning of the word hero. In this philanthropy lesson, students examine what the word hero means as they discover Jackie Robinson and hits contributions to society.

Students explore the life and works of Rosa Parks. In this Civil Rights lesson, students consider Rosa Parks' work as a philanthropist. Students then write a letter to someone that they admire for making a difference.

Middle schoolers persevere to build character. In this philanthropy lesson, students consider how to put forth their personal best in all areas of their lives as they participate in a physical activity.

Young scholars examine the importance of responsibility. In this character education lesson, students participate in a group discussion to explore and define responsibility.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students consider community service work they may complete when school is not in session.

Students discover the concept of philanthropy. In this civics lesson, students investigate the role of philanthropy in our society, and how it makes life better for all.

Students explore heroic characters. In this philanthropy lesson, students discuss the characteristics of a super hero and then define vocabulary associated with philanthropy such as civic virtue and altruism. Students work in groups to...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students hear stories of philanthropists, discuss what philanthropy is, and create a philanthropy poster.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students read the story Seedfolks and consider working for the common good. Students also watch "Whose Walls and Whose Rules" in order to take part in an...

Young scholars examine the concept of justice. In this fairness lesson, students explore just and unjust activities they have observed in the world. Young scholars attempt to look at both sides of stories.

Seventh graders explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, 7th graders examine scenarios based on injustice. Students consider the action they would personally take in the situations by reflection through writing.

Middle schoolers define common good. In this philanthropy lesson, students review the meaning of philanthropy and define common good. Middle schoolers share with a partner a time when they did an act of kindness for another person....

Students present speeches. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students invite another class to come visit. They talk about philanthropy and present persuasive speeches written in a previous lesson plan. The visiting students answer the...

Learners examine lives that have been lived for the positive good of others. In this philanthropy instructional activity, students discuss famous philanthropists and what they have in common. Learners define philanthropy, discuss what...

Students recognize the importance of justice, tolerance, equality, and historical figures. In this philanthropic actions lesson, students study the philanthropic actions of historical figures, and learn about the concepts of fairness,...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students explore literature in order to understand the flora and fauna of the rain forest. Students investigate how stewardship is necessary to retain natural...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students select local nonprofit organizations that may benefit from their service. Students welcome a spokesperson from a local organization speaking about...

Seventh graders explore the character trait of reputation. In this character education lesson, 7th graders focus on their personal reputation as they discuss positive character traits and reflect on character quotations in journal entries.