Grade 4 · SEL · Lesson 33

Create a community service plan

A community service plan is a structured way to help others in your neighborhood, school, or town. Creating one requires civic responsibility — understanding that we each have a duty to contribute to the wellbeing of others. Empathy helps us identify real needs, while leadership skills help us take action.

What this lesson teaches

1Define civic responsibility and explain why it matters
2Identify ways empathy motivates people to serve their community
3Describe the steps in planning a community service project
4Recall key leadership qualities needed for community action

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