Students examine the trait of courage. In this character traits lesson, students discuss how to their face fears in order to do the right thing as they discuss the corageous acts of Jackie Robinson.

Seventh graders examine their own personal interests and talents.  In this Social Studies lesson plan, 7th graders study an issue that is important to them.  Students write about how he or she can take action in a courageous...

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 make a bookmark. In this community lesson, students review the meaning of caring. They discuss how doing small acts of kindness can affect a community, and they make a bookmark to remind them to do kind things for others.

Students understand the importance of being grateful for what they have. For this philanthropic lesson, students respond to a quote by Matthew McConaughey about gratitude. Students brainstorm a list of important things in their lives and...

Eighth graders examine how they care about others. For this caring lesson, 8th graders make a list of five things that they care about and place them on charts that are placed around the room. They classify them according to what type of...

Students explore the life of Nelson Mandela. In this biographical lesson, students read a biography about Nelson Mandela and discuss his life accomplishments. Students watch an Internet video about Mandela and discuss examples in his...

Middle schoolers brainstorm the definition of honesty. In this honesty lesson, students read Ostrich Egg Wife and discuss events in the story relating to honesty and breaking a promise. Middle schoolers explore ways the main character...

Students create an imaginary conversation. In this perseverance lesson, students complete a t-chart about words that describe perseverance and words that describe the opposite of perseverance. Students sketch a "talking heads"...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this Mother Teresa lesson, students read a biography of Mother Teresa and discuss her attitude and contributions. Students then respond to questions regarding the materials presented.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. For this service learning lesson, students read about the philanthropic works of Oprah Winfrey and her Angel Network. Students discuss issues that are important to them.

Pupils discover public trust. In this civics lesson, students explore how to promote public trust as they use their resources to support worthy politicians, athletes, celebrities, and corporations.

Middle schoolers write in their journal. In this philanthropy lesson, students review the definition of philanthropy and read a quote by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle schoolers respond to the question "What are you doing for...

Young scholars study a man's life. In this values lesson plan, students read about Frederik De Klerk and answer discussion questions. Young scholars discuss his values, especially integrity, and how they made a difference.

Students explore philanthropy and integrity. In this philanthropy lesson, students define the word "integrity," and role play various scenarios to demonstrate integrity.

Middle schoolers brainstorm the characteristics of trusted learners. In this social skills lesson, students brainstorm what a 'community of trusted learners' would look like. Middle schoolers create a continuum of distrustful to...

Students identify popular foods in Japan. For this social studies lesson, students read the story How My Parents Learned to Eat and discuss ways that the Japanese eat their food. Students research popular foods in Japan.

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.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students investigate the "Giraffe Heroes Project" and read about service works that teens have completed.

Students create a slogan. In this heroes lesson plan, students identify traits from hero stories that match traits of real life heroes. They discuss what lessons they can learn from heroes about courage and come up with a one line slogan...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students read and respond to The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss. Students discuss self-respect and respect.

Students explore trustworthiness. In this character development lesson, students brainstorm communities to which they belong and generate common traits of these communities. Students discuss how trust is gained and write a reflection on...

Students have a discussion on how to overcome struggle and create endurance. In this endurance lesson plan, students talk about how they can become winners in life even during hard times and not be discouraged by failures. They also fill...

Students explore how to overcome obstacles. In this perseverance lesson, students discuss effective strategies that could be used when faced with an obstacle. Students discuss why having a plan, teamwork and perseverance are important....