As a “kid”, it often feels like you’re being told what to do and you’re not allowed to make many decisions, but kids and young adults are actually capable of really big, great things.
Elementary Lesson
Instructions:
Go to this link and scroll down to the image that says “Volunteering for…. (your age group)”
Read the list of suggestions for volunteering, either on your own or with a family member or teacher.
Have you ever done any of these volunteer activities? If so, what was the experience like for you? If not, which of these would you like to try?
How do you feel when people are helpful with you? How do other people feel when you do kind things for them?
What other things could you add to this list?
Secondary Lesson
Instructions:
Go to this link and scroll down to the image that says “Volunteering for….(your age group)"
Read the list of suggestions for volunteering
Have you done any of these activities? Or other volunteer activities not listed here?
If so, what was the experience like? If not, what kind of volunteering might you be interested in?
What does it feel like to help others in need? What are some of the needs in your community? What can you do to make your community a better place?
