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The Giver
Middle schoolers read the novel The Giver and complete six tasks. They identify vocabulary that they did not recongize, create a different ending for the book, produce character cards and pick important events and objects from the novel.
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The Giver
Students read the novel, The Giver and complete six tasks associated with the book. They locate vocabulary they were unfamiliar with, create an alternate ending to the book, produce character cards and identify characters and objects.
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Fame, Fortune, and Philanthropy
With your middle schoolers, develop concepts such as philanthropy, civic responsibility, community service, and common good. Discuss famous philanthropists and what we can each give of our time, talent and treasure to better our...
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Home Away from Home
Second graders listen to stories about homeless people. In this public service lesson plan, 2nd graders recognize the problems of being homeless and the importance of community activities. Students listen to Fly Away Home and create...
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Road Less Traveled
Students define philanthropy and relate them to personal experiences. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students complete a journal entry and read Franklin's Christmas Gift. Students then create a philanthropy web worksheet. Students...
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Hurricane Katrina Relief
Students create a song about philanthropy. They work together to develop a list of ways to donate money. They choose an aid organization which helped victims of Hurricane Katrina to receive their donation. They reflect on their...