History and Social Science

Civics K.8, 1.10, 1.12, 2.10, 2.12

Economics K.6, K.7, 1.7

Science

Resources K.10, 1.8

EC.11: Citizenship

EC.13: Community service

Helping Others Is Fun

The following activities enable students in K-2 to understand their place as citizens of a larger community by helping others. By assuming an active role in classroom or school efforts to share resources and benefit people in need, students gain valuable experience as followers and observe others as they exhibit leadership qualities.

Suggestions/Ideas

• Participate in a musical concert, talent show, game, or conversation during a visit to a nursing/convalescent home.
• Participate in a clean-up day at school.
• Share artwork for display with school business partners, such as banks, medical offices, and restaurants.
• Act as a teacher, library, clinic, or office assistant for a day.