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Food Intake and Physical Activity

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders graph their estimations of caloric intake and caloric expenditures.
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Health Hunt

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders listen to speakers to explore personal health behaviors that influence individual well-being.
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What is Government?

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars explain purpose of government, describe functions of government, and explain how the government impacts individuals and society.
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Ilunga's Harvest Lesson

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners study the concept of culturally based impulse to share as opposed to watching out for oneself or family by reading and responding to "Ilunga's Harvest."
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Exploring Our Legacy of Giving

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students analyze and interpret the meaning of a famous quote to their own lives. In this philanthropic responsibility lesson plan, students generate a list of positive traits shared by the local community. Students discuss what it means...
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Philanthropy in Michigan? Civil War Lesson 1: What is Philanthropy?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners determine the meaning of philanthropy and find examples of it in Mary Francis Shura's, Gentle Annie: The True Story of a Civil War Nurse. They discuss act of philanthropy that they have personally witnessed.
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We the Present

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students interview representatives from nonprofit organizations in their community. They summarize the information from their interviews and share the information with the class. They identify the impact of the organization on the...
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Government and Parliament

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders discover how the government works in the United Kingdom and the functions of the Parliament. They hold a mock election and campaign.
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Parents Are People Too

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this social studies family dynamics worksheet, students complete a two sided chart. On one side, students list things that their parents do that they like. The other side is to list the things parents do that they do not like. There...
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Line

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners analyze their clothes for line type, direction, and applications.
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Essay Exchange Unit: Final Drafts

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils develop final versions of their position papers and add them to the school's web pages for review and feedback.
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Community Canned Food Drive (Part 2)

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders participate in a canned food drive.
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Centennial: Simple Gifts...Personal Contributions To Utah

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders consider how the concept of giving can affect a society for the better. They read various essays on giving and examine obituaries to highlight individuals who contributed to society over the course of their lives.
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Triangles Are Not Bad!

For Teachers K - 6th
Students investigate stereotypes and diversity by performing a play about shapes entitled, "Triangles Are Not Bad!" They role play as the shapes who each feel they are superior to the rest.
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Homelessness:Key Terms

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners explore the concept of homelessness. For this social issues lesson, students research homelessness through key terms, in order explore the concept in more depth.
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Points of Light Institute: Generation On

For Students K - 1st
Developed with the intention of making the world a better place, Generation On is a global project giving children service learning opportunities. Resources for teachers, children, teens, and parents are included.
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Peace Corps

Peace Corps: History

For Students 9th - 10th
In 2011, the Peace Corps celebrated 50 years of volunteer service. Learn about this government service organization and the work members have done to improve the quality of life for people all around the world.
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Corporation for National and Community Service: United We Serve

For Students 9th - 10th
See many ways to get involved in the community and promote volunteerism. Provides ideas for service, toolkits to help get started, and many resources for people willing to volunteer to improve their schools and communities.
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Youth Service America

For Students 9th - 10th
Get Involved! Speak out! Serve! Here's a great site for kids who want to get involved in their community and become the future leaders. Lots of ideas and examples. Explore programs, news, and events to help you get connected and start...
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Actions Speak Louder [Pdf]

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this lesson plan, students examine the role of the media in promoting a service project. They will create relevant media materials, implement a service project and then reflect on the results.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Helping Kids Help the Environment

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Define and explore the concept of environmental citizenship through a series of literacy-based multimedia, online and hands-on learning experiences. Discover how responsible citizens can help protect their local communities by...
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Pbs Learning Media: Kids Care

For Students 2nd - 6th
In this video segment [0:47] from Zoom, students in the Kids Care Club prepare "Bags of Love" for mothers and children.
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National Crime Prevention Council: Teens, Crime, and the Community

For Students 9th - 10th
With a section for teens and one for adults, TCC offers information and resources aimed at reducing violence in the lives of teens--with their help.
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National Park Service: Work With Us

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about working for the U.S. National Park Service. Read a list of career opportunities from archaeologist to park ranger, and find out about park volunteering and internships.