Lesson overview:
In this lesson, students explore Giving Tuesday, compare it to other major events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and dive into the science of kindness. Through reading, discussion, campaign analysis, and creative tasks, students reflect on generosity and how small actions make a difference.
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- discuss charitable events and giving habits
- summarize parts of an informational text
- design and present a persuasive Giving Tuesday campaign
Lead-in:
Start by showing students images of Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday. Have them match the events with the visuals and share what they already know about each. This quick warm-up activates background knowledge and naturally leads into a conversation about why Giving Tuesday exists and how it differs from shopping-focused holidays.
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