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.

Pupils investigate nonprofit organizations. In this service learning lesson, students complete information recording forms as they research selected nonprofit organizations. Pupils use their findings to design promotional posters for...

Learners analyze a reading selection. In this wants and needs lesson, students read a story to facilitate a discussion about wants and needs. Learners discuss how communities help each other in difficult times.

Students investigate vegetables. In this multi-subject instructional activity, students learn about vegetables and participate in several activities using vegetables. A list of 7 materials is included.

Students analyze a reading selection. In this community activity, students read a story about how community helps a family in need. Students discuss their community organizations and how they help those in need.

Students create a three-part bank. In this savings lesson, students utilize the three-part bank to separate their spending needs, wants, and long term goals. Students share some of the money earned for donation. Students discuss the...

Students explore means by which community arts might be supported. For this "community" social studies lesson, students research various local non-profit organizations. Students role-play as members of the board of a philanthropic...

Students analyze examples of honesty. In this character education lesson, students role play various situations and decide if they should engage in honest or dishonest behaviors.

Students create a monthly budget. In this finances lesson, students learn the terms budget, income and expenses. Students create a monthly spending plan and keep track of what they make and spend for the next 30 days. When complete,...

Middle schoolers examine the attributes of trust. In this character education lesson, students read the Irish folktale "Beth Gellert". Middle schoolers discuss the folktale and how they can earn the trust of others.

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

Young scholars identify ways families save money. In this financial lesson, students read the book A Chair for My Mother and discuss ways to save money. Young scholars identify coin values and practice counting money.

Young scholars consider the necessity of rules. In this citizenship lesson, students consider the reasons for rules as they are introduced to their classroom rules and procedures.

Students explore how to transplant trees in their community. In this citizenship activity, students construct a map of where to plant trees and then plant the trees.

Students discover how they can contribute in a positive manner in their community. In this service learning lesson, students experience literature through the lens of responsible citizenship.

Students explore coin value and count coin combinations. In this money counting and social studies instructional activity, students read The Coin Counting Book by Rozanne Lanczak Williams and practice counting money and making change for...

Students demonstrate the philanthropic act of caring. In this character education activity, students brainstorm synonyms for care or caring and think of ways to demonstrate caring qualities.

Students describe how the brave word of one female Quaker served as a lifeline for fugitives before the Civil War. In this research lesson, students research several examples of the philanthropic work of individuals and organizations...

Students research the exploration of Antarctica by the explorer Sir Ernest Shackelton. In this Antarctic exploration lesson, students watch a movie about Sir Ernest Shackelton and his ship the Endurance. Students study a map of...

Young scholars discuss the necessities for a camping trip. In this camping simulation instructional activity, students identify what supplies to take with them on a camping trip and read the rules and regulations for campers. Young...

Students consider their contributions to society. In this service learning activity, students examine Jewish tradition of tikkun olam. Students recognize that the world is imperfect as they participate in classroom activities and write...

Students explore gardening. In this agriculture lesson, students plan and plant seeds according to the procedure modeled by a "master gardener." Flowers are distributed at a local retirement home.

Pupils read the book, Amber on the Mountain and discuss its philanthropic implications. They determine the literacy needs of their own communities. They ask family members to complete reading recollection forms about when and how they...

Young scholars discuss how to be a good friend to others. They create a list of characteristics to use in more future lessons. They reflect on they type of friend they are in journal writings.