Students plan a service project. In this philanthropy lesson, students learn about Clara Barton and discuss her contributions before and after the Red Cross. Students discuss the importance of the Red Cross and list times they have given...

Young scholars examine the need for the humane treatment of animals. In this animal welfare lesson, students realize the need for animal welfare, and decide on a service project that will promote it. The lesson culminates in the creation...

Students explore the concept of democratic freedom. In this service learning lesson, students investigate the freedom the Pilgrims sought as they moved from England and write a journal from their point of view.

Students explore the Biblical teachings. In this stewardship lesson, students cite passages from the Bible that promote philanthropy and identify Biblical texts that contradict one another.

Learners define the Jewish concept of tzedakah. In this religious lesson, students read portions of the Torah and discuss the meaning of tzedakah. Learners visit a Jewish Community Center.

Middle schoolers participate in a cross-age reading program. In this language arts lesson, students choose a class of younger children and read them the book The Legend of the Bluebonnet. Middle schoolers reflect upon their service...

Students define philanthropy. In this school community instructional activity, students watch a slideshow of pictures that represent different types of community. Students define community and list the communities they are part of....

Students examine the Preamble to the Constitution. In this government lesson plan, students read the Preamble of the Constitution and define the meaning of unknown words. Students write about examples of how the Constitution protects our...

Students participate in a service learning activity regarding universal human rights. In this service learning instructional activity, students craft posters that illustrate guaranteed rights that all people should possess.

Learners explore the meaning of the term "philanthropy" and the qualities that philanthropists share, especially good character and personal virtue. They list and describe how three volunteer groups act for the common good and summarize...

Young scholars explore the meaning of the word philanthropy and identify examples of philanthropy in their home, school and community. They design a poster to communicate the meaning and impact of philanthropy.

Students examine the impact of the nonprofit sector on society by researching philanthropic Websites. They role-play as minority groups that used alternative power structures to change society and write in their journals on a...

Students 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.

Students examine the philanthropic actions of Jane Addams and discuss why she is seemed as a role model of being a responsible citizen. They organize different types of volunteer opportunities and create ways to serve the common good in...

High schoolers examine the philanthropic acts of Jane Addams. They identify a current problem in their community and develop ways to help. They also examine the work done in the Hull House in Chicago.

Students identify componets of stewardship and philanthropy. They examine their talents and how they use their time. They develop ways to use their time and talents to help others.

Students investigate the lives of community benefactors, and discuss the need for citizens to give back to their community. They identify ways to perform service within their community.

Middle schoolers create timeline to trace the history and development of the selected organization, and compare the history of the selected organization to actual historical events.

Students explore credit cards and how they are used in purchasing goods and services. They participate in a game called the Giving Game.

Learners, in groups, examine plans to make the world a beter place. They evaluate the plans based on feasibility, practicality, and do-ability by students their own age.

Sixth graders recognize the achievements of Madame C. J. Walker and select one long term and one short term goal and describe the steps necessary to achieve those goals.

Young scholars study environmental stewardship. In this environmental stewardship lesson, students read the story The Gardner and define the character's actions for the environment. Young scholars define philanthropy and complete a...

Pupils research and identify philanthropic organizations involved in current events. In this current events lesson, students search newspaper articles for philanthropic organizations, such as the Red Cross, and how they are related to a...

Students are introduced to two basic Jewish religious terms. As a class, they are read background on the role of Jewish women's societies. In groups, they are given texts of various speeches made by women and answer discussion...