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Modern-Day Heroes: People Who Are Making a Difference Lesson PlanModern-Day Heroes: People Who Are Making a Difference Lesson Plan
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3rd - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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1 hr 30 mins
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Modern-Day Heroes: People Who Are Making a Difference

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This Modern-Day Heroes: People Who Are Making a Difference lesson plan also includes:
  • Profile of an American Hero: Grades 3-5 (.pdf)
  • Profile of an American Hero: Grades 6-8 (.pdf)
  • People Who Are Making a Difference: Grades 3-5 (.pdf)
  • People Who Are Making a Difference: Grades 6-8 (.pdf)
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Not all superheroes wear capes. An engaging lesson delves into the world of modern-day heroes and activists for change. Academics learn there are many different ways to be a hero as well as explore what makes a person a hero. The resource provides the profiles of several different modern heroes and gives scholars the opportunity to discuss their actions and impact. Historians also complete a hands-on-activity focusing on a hero of their choice. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

american heroes, heroes, heroism, superheroes, community helpers, building community, leaders, leadership, activism, social activism, social issues, social justice, volunteering, making change, tolerance, diversity, cultural diversity

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Arrange for a local hero to speak to the class about ways they can positively impact the community
  • Research ways for students to give back to the local community, such as hosting a school food drive

Classroom Considerations

  • Part two of the four-installment "Dealing With Dilemmas" series

Pros

  • Includes handouts for both elementary and middle school pupils
  • Contains an extension activity to enhance learning

Cons

  • None

Common Core

CCRA.R.1 CCRA.R.2 CCRA.R.7 CCRA.W.7 CCRA.W.8 CCRA.W.9 CCRA.SL.2

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