College of Education, Arts and Sciences
Office of the National Service Training Program
Lesson Plan
Section: ____ Group:____ Deployment #:_______
____________ Elementary School
I. Title: Seeking the gift of charity
II. Objectives:
* To be able to explain the importance of charity
*To be able to consider the benefits of charity
*To be able to apply charity in everyday life
III. Materials:
* Pictures about charity
IV. Procedure:
A. Motivation
Present and let the pupils interpret the pictures about charity. The lecturer/s will give additional information about the pictures and then summarize it all.
B. Discussion
Charity is giving a heart; it’s a practice of voluntary giving of help to those in need. Charitable giving is also a religious act or duty is referred to as almsgiving or alms. Feeding the hungry, helping the poor, taking care of orphans, lending hand to disabled, providing shelters, food, and clothing are some examples of charity. The needy, orphaned, and the injured, are generally regarded as the proper recipients of charity.
Charity to others is not only good for them and a good thing to do; it also makes us happier and healthier too. Charity also connects us to others, creating stronger communities and helping to build a happier society for everyone. Giving isn't just about money, so you don't need to be rich. Giving to others can be as simple as a single kind word, smile or a thoughtful gesture. It can include giving time, care, skills, thought or attention. Sometimes these mean as much, if not more, than financial gifts. As long as you care and willing to help the needy.
Why charity is important for children? Children need to experience charitable giving from an early age. When preschoolers help parents distribute clothes to a homeless shelter, for example, they become aware that others aren’t as fortunate as they are. so, by making a small, positive difference in the lives of others, children start to feel