Start with a brief discussion about 9/11 and why we remember it. And that even though it was a tragic, difficult day, HOPE was also born on this day.
Watch the video, Hope Was Born on 9-11 (2:19 run time):
http://www.scholastic.com/911day/?eml=SMP/e/20150827////MGD//SL2////&ET_CID=20150827_SNP_MyGoodDeed_SL2.2_MIM_14950&ET_RID=31322941
A big shout-out to KESHA for finding this OH-SO-AWESOME clip!
Class Discussion:
What is a good deed? (a kind act without expecting something in return)
What does it mean to give service? (a helpful activity, providing aid or assistance - also without expecting something in return)
What are some good deeds that you could do this 9/11?
- Brainstorm ideas on the white board with your class (different ideas for various areas: personal, home, neighborhood, school, community)
- Possible examples: Say "Hi" to someone new, make cookies for someone, help someone with their locker, help at home, clean up the neighborhood, service project in the community, go sing at a retirement home, walk the neighbor's dog, babysit for free, etc.
On or after 9/11, ask the students what good deeds they did.
