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Caring for Our Community

Lesson Plan

Caring for Our Community

Care for the Common Good

This lesson introduces 8th-grade students to the concept of caring for the common good. Through a brief discussion, a 'Good Deed Challenge' game with scenarios, and a reflective activity, students will understand the importance of contributing positively to their community. This lesson is crucial as it fosters a sense of responsibility and empathy, encouraging students to think beyond themselves and consider the well-being of others.

Audience

8th Grade Students

Time

10 minutes

Approach

Materials

Discussion Questions, Reflection Worksheet, and Good Deed Challenge Cards with Scenarios

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Begin with a brief explanation of what 'common good' means.
  • Use specific teacher wordage: "Today, we will explore how our actions can impact our community positively."

Step 2

Direct Instruction

2 mins

  • Discuss examples of actions that contribute to the common good (e.g., recycling, helping a neighbor).
  • Use specific teacher wordage: "When we care for our community, we are caring for ourselves and others."

Step 3

Good Deed Challenge

3 mins

  • Introduce the 'Good Deed Challenge' game.
  • Distribute Good Deed Challenge Cards with scenarios to each student.
  • Ask students to brainstorm and write down one good deed they will commit to doing this week based on the scenarios.

Step 4

Guided Practice

2 mins

  • Pose a question to the class: "What are some ways you can contribute to the common good in your daily life?"
  • Facilitate a brief discussion using the provided discussion questions.

Step 5

Closure

1 min

  • Conclude with a reminder: "Every small action counts towards making our community a better place."
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Discussion

Discussion Questions on Common Good

A set of questions to guide a discussion on how students can contribute to the common good.

What does 'common good' mean to you?

Encourage students to think about shared benefits and community well-being.







Can you think of a time when you helped someone in your community?

Guide students to share personal experiences and reflect on their impact.







Why is it important to care for the common good?

Discuss the broader impact of individual actions on community health and happiness.







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Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet on Common Good

A worksheet for students to reflect on how they can contribute to the common good.

Write down one action you will take this week to contribute to the common good.

Think about simple actions like helping a neighbor or reducing waste.







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Worksheet

Good Deed Challenge Cards with Scenarios

Printable cards with scenarios for students to brainstorm how they can act for the common good in each situation.




Scenario: You notice a classmate sitting alone during lunch.







Scenario: You see litter scattered around the school playground.







Scenario: A new student is struggling to find their way around school.







Scenario: Your neighbor's pet has escaped and is wandering the street.







Scenario: A friend is upset after receiving a poor grade on a test.







Scenario: The community center is organizing a charity event and needs volunteers.







Scenario: You hear about a local family in need of food donations.







Scenario: Your school is hosting a recycling drive and needs more participants.







Scenario: A local park is looking for people to help plant trees.







Scenario: Your sports team is planning a visit to a children's hospital.




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