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Lend a Hand Challenge

Lesson Plan

Lend a Hand Challenge

Teamwork and community involvement

In this lesson, students will brainstorm and implement a simple community service project. This activity will help them understand the importance of teamwork and community involvement. By working together, students will learn how they can make a positive impact in their community, fostering a sense of responsibility and empathy.

Audience

Believers (ages 7-8)

Time

45 mins

Approach

Teamwork and community involvement

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Large paper sheets, Discussion Guide, and Community Service Planning Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Welcome students and introduce the concept of community service.
  • Explain the importance of helping others and working as a team.
  • Briefly outline the day's activity: brainstorming and planning a community service project.

Step 2

Brainstorming Session

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with post-it notes and markers.
  • Ask them to brainstorm ideas for simple community service projects (e.g., picking up litter, making cards for a local nursing home).
  • Encourage creativity and teamwork.

Step 3

Project Planning

15 mins

  • Have each group select one idea from their brainstorming session.
  • Distribute the Community Service Planning Worksheet.
  • Guide students to outline steps needed to implement their project, including materials needed and roles for each team member.

Step 4

Group Presentations

10 mins

  • Allow each group to present their project plan to the class.
  • Encourage positive feedback and suggestions from peers.
  • Discuss how these projects can make a difference in the community.

Step 5

Reflection and Closure

5 mins

  • Lead a discussion on what students learned about teamwork and community service.
  • Ask students how they felt about working together and helping others.
  • Conclude with a motivational message about the power of community involvement.
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Discussion

Community Service Discussion

A guide to facilitate a discussion on community service and its impact.

Why is community service important?

Discuss how community service helps others and improves the community.







What are some ways we can help our community?

Encourage students to think of simple, actionable ideas.







How does working as a team make community service more effective?

Highlight the benefits of teamwork, such as sharing ideas and dividing tasks.







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Worksheet

Community Service Planning Worksheet

A worksheet to help students plan their community service project.

What is the name of your community service project?








What materials will you need for your project?








List the steps you will take to complete your project.








What role will each team member have in the project?








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