Ninth graders explore the meaning of the term philanthropy.  In this Social Studies lesson, 9th graders research examples of people that represent good citizens.  Students create a skit that demonstrates a specific...

Seventh graders examine the characteristics of philanthropists.  In this cross- curricular lesson, 7th graders evaluate the character traits of people from a film. Students write a metaphor about responsibility to community.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students design and implement a book drive to benefit their community.

Students examine the potential of human beings. In this philanthropy lesson, students research the life of peer as they interview them and create a timeline that features important moments in their lives.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students reflect upon the lesson that everyone contributes to make a better world as they plan and execute a tikkun olam project of their choosing to help the...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson plan, students contribute to society by examining volunteer activities that benefit others. Students collaborate to create a skit to promote volunteerism.

High schoolers explore the concept of social philanthropy. For this social philanthropy lesson, students read an article about billionaires donating money to universities. High schoolers discuss social entrepreneurship and how...

Middle schoolers explore the concept of philanthropy. In this personal finance instructional activity, students consider economic choices and why people donate to causes. Middle schoolers investigate the processes of borrowing money and...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this philanthropy lesson, students read an article about Google and its philanthropic endeavors. Students discuss companies that they believe would benefit from a charitable investment...

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students participate in class discussion and complete a writing prompt regarding prejudice.

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.

Students explore the concept of social justice. In this Civil Rights lesson, students fulfill the Rubric for Historical Research requirements as they conduct research on a Civil Rights or Anti-Apartheid Movements leader.

Students explore the concept of democracy. In this character education lesson plan, students discover enlightened self-interest and discuss a quote from Alexis de Tocqueville.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning instructional activity, students collaborate to identify community issues and create a plan of action to address them.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students examine Jewish traditions tikkun olam and malchut shakai. Students discuss how to apply Jewish beliefs in order to help others in the world.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students study the works of well-known philanthropists and write an acrostic poem using the word CARING.

Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this Oklahoma City bombing activity, students submit public responses to the event in order to consider how the tragedy prompted a positive reaction. Extension activities are included.

High schoolers examine Chinese folktales. In this literature and philanthropy lesson plan, students read Chinese folktales and analyze their literary elements. High schoolers consider the effects of generosity in the tales and in their...

Students explore the meaning of the word hero. In this philanthropy lesson, students examine what the word hero means as they discover Jackie Robinson and hits contributions to society.

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...

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...