We hope that the lessons are helpful to you and your students.
Elementary Lesson
Instructions:
Watch the video and think about what Emily was able to do with a big idea, some hard work, and support from family and her partner.
Think about a need you see in your community. Are there others who need food, shelter, clothes, shoes?
Write a goal you have for helping others, and one action you can take to make your goal a reality like Emily did.
Secondary Lesson
Instructions:
Watch the video to learn more about philanthropy.
What are some philanthropic organizations and activities that you could get involved in? (ie. Helping at the local food bank, donating coats for the winter…)
Write a goal you have for helping others, and one action you can take to make your philanthropic goal a reality.
To understand others, sometimes it helps to “walk in their shoes”. This SEL lesson gives a brief glimpse into the experience of others. Take a moment to listen and reflect.
Oftentimes we learn of or hear about social injustice but we do not feel equipped to make a difference. The first step in becoming an advocate is to understand that we are all different and accept that difference is good!
Honest and courageous conversations are just the beginning of our work for social justice. When we develop safe spaces to have these conversations in schools, we work together to dismantle oppression. Let's get talking!
There have been many conversations going on about equity and equality in education. You might hear these words on TV or on social media, but what do these words mean? What is the difference? Our new SEL lesson offers an answer.