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Taking Care of Business

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Students participate in a service project. In this stewardship instructional activity, students review the concepts of philanthropy and environmental stewardship. Students practice being good stewards by researching public areas in their school or community that need attention.

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philanthropy, stewardship

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philanthropy, stewardship, social studies
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
3 hrs
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Project-Based Learning
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