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The Prohuman Grade 1 curriculum is aligned to two sets of standards: Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Character and Social Emotional Development (CSED) National Guidelines. The full collection of units introduces all nine of the prohuman character strengths: optimism, grit, gratitude, curiosity, courage, compassion, fairness, understanding, and humanity. Unit 6, Lesson 1, “Learning Compassion from Literature,” reinforces the vocabulary word compassion. Students will learn the examples of compassion from a classic work of children’s literature. Additionally, students will create their own sentences that demonstrate their comprehension of the word compassion. Finally, students will practice their reading and conversation skills by sharing sentences with classmates. SUGGESTED TIME: 20 minutes RELATED SUBJECT: English Language Arts LEARNING OUTCOMES: Listen to a read aloud to reinforce understanding of English sentence structure, syntax, and grammar Spell, define, and give an example of compassion Compose sentences that demonstrate comprehension of the word compassion Demonstrate understanding of standard English sentence structure and grammar in writing and speaking Practice reading and conversation skills by sharing sentences with classmates REQUIRED MATERIALS: Stuffed animal or friend — the day before reading the book, tell each student to bring their favorite stuffed animal. Have a few extras on hand in case some students forget. Book: The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams or Video: Read aloud of The Velveteen Rabbit by Ninety Books (~7 min) Prohuman Grade 1 Unit 6 Worksheet 1: Learning Compassion From Literature VOCABULARY: Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. ELA COMMON CORE STANDARDS MET CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1.A Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.2 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.4 Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.1 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.10 With prompting and support, read prose and poetry of appropriate complexity for grade 1. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1 Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1.A Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.2 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.6 Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation. CHARACTER AND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL (CSED) NATIONAL STANDARDS MET Moral Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Moral Character A5 Understand why caring and being concerned for the well-being of others is a character strength Moral Character B Apply and demonstrate the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Self-Awareness A2 Identify personal strengths (e.g., honesty, curiosity, listening) Social-Awareness A1 Demonstrate the ability to understand what another person is feeling (e.g., happy, sad, disappointed, confused, angry) Social-Awareness A2 Demonstrate the ability to care about how others are feeling Social-Awareness A3 Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and intentionally to others Social-Awareness A6 Be able to tell stories and listen to stories told by others Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 1 Initiate and engage in conversation and social interactions with classmates, peers, and adults Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 7 Play games and appropriately participate in small group classroom activities Responsible and Ethical Decision-Making 1 Describe a rule or principle that everyone should strive to live by (e.g., be kind, be honest, try your best) LESSON PROCEDURE Today we will learn about compassion. Write compassion on the board. Tell students that compassion means that we see when others are hurt or need help and we try to help them. Ask students to spell compassion on their worksheets. Read the book The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams or play the video: Read aloud of The Velveteen Rabbit by Ninety Books (~7 min) Ask students what we learned from the book about compassion. Activity: have students sit in a circle and have each student introduce their stuffed animal, its name, and one thing they like about it. Ask students to complete the questions on their worksheets. Ask students to read their sentences to a partner. EXTENSION ACTIVITIES - SUGGESTIONS Talk with your students about times that you have seen examples of people demonstrating compassion. You could give examples of family, friends, and/or historical or current public figures. Talk with your students about times in your life that you have demonstrated compassion, despite hardships. GRADE 1 UNIT 6 WORKSHEET 1: LEARNING COMPASSION FROM LITERATURE Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. Write the word compassion: ACTIVITY: Write 1 sentence that explains how the book The Velveteen Rabbit showed what compassion means: Write 1 sentence that explains a time when you showed compassion:

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The Prohuman Grade 1 curriculum is aligned to two sets of standards: Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Character and Social Emotional Development (CSED) National Guidelines. The full collection of units introduces all nine of the prohuman character strengths: optimism, grit, gratitude, curiosity, courage, compassion, fairness, understanding, and humanity. Unit 6, Lesson 2, “Learning Compassion from a Nonfiction Text,” reinforces the vocabulary word compassion. Students will learn examples of compassion from a nonfiction text that shows how a real person demonstrated compassion. Additionally, students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading independently and hearing a reading from the teacher. Finally, students will create their own sentences that demonstrate their reading comprehension. SUGGESTED TIME: 20 minutes RELATED SUBJECT: English Language Arts LEARNING OUTCOMES: Practice reading independently to develop reading comprehension skills Spell, define, and give an example of compassion Compose 3 sentences that demonstrate comprehension of the word compassion Demonstrate understanding of standard English sentence structure and grammar Practice reading and conversation skills by sharing sentences with classmates VOCABULARY: Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. REQUIRED MATERIALS: Video: Active Community Leader: Jakhil Jackson by the Obama Foundation (~1 min) Prohuman Grade 1 Unit 6 Worksheet 2: Learning Compassion from a Nonfiction Text ELA COMMON CORE STANDARDS MET CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1.A Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.2 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.B Decode regularly spelled one-syllable words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3.G Recognize and read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.4 Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.4.A Read grade-level text with purpose and understanding. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.4.C Use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding, rereading as necessary. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.1 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.2 Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.4 Ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify the meaning of words and phrases in a text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.10 With prompting and support, read informational texts appropriately complex for grade CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2.B Use end punctuation for sentences. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2.D Use conventional spelling for words with common spelling patterns and for frequently occurring irregular words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2.E Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1.G Use frequently occurring conjunctions (e.g., and, but, or, so, because). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1 Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 1 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1.A Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1.B Build on others' talk in conversations by responding to the comments of others through multiple exchanges CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1.C Ask questions to clear up any confusion about the topics and texts under discussion. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.2 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.6 Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation CHARACTER AND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL (CSED) NATIONAL STANDARDS MET Moral Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Moral Character B Apply and demonstrate the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Civic Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of fairness, respect, volunteering and contributing to the common good Self-Awareness A2 Identify personal strengths (e.g., honesty, curiosity, listening) Self-Management A3 Explain the different ways people respond to problems and challenges (e.g., ask for help, try harder, learn from mistakes) Social-Awareness A Demonstrate the ability to empathize and take the perspective of others, including demonstrating awareness of cultural differences and respect for human dignity Social-Awareness A3 Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and intentionally to others Social-Awareness A6 Be able to tell stories and listen to stories told by others Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 1 Initiate and engage in conversation and social interactions with classmates, peers, and adults Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 7 Play games and appropriately participate in small group classroom activities Responsible and Ethical Decision-Making 1 Describe a rule or principle that everyone should strive to live by (e.g., be kind, be honest, try your best) Civic Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of fairness, respect, volunteering and contributing to the common good LESSON PROCEDURE Write compassion on the board. Ask students to spell compassion on their worksheets. Ask students what they learned about compassion from the last lesson. Play the video Active Community Leader: Jakhil Jackson by the Obama Foundation (~1 min) Have students read the nonfiction text on their worksheets independently, quietly to themselves. Circle the room to support the students. After giving the students 10 minutes to practice reading, then read the worksheet text aloud to the whole class. Ask students how Jakhil showed compassion, and how they can show compassion to help people, either their family, friends, or people in their community. Have them write their sentences on their worksheets. Have students take turns sharing their sentences with a partner. Tell students that we will come up with a list of nice things we can do for others to show compassion and write the list on the board. Have students choose the four activities they want to do and write them on the compassion coupons activity page. Then have students cut out the coupons and take them home to give to their family, friends, or community members. Extension activity: Contact a local homeless shelter for their needs list and collect class donations to make blessing bags. GRADE 1 UNIT 6 WORKSHEET 2: LEARNING COMPASSION FROM A NONFICTION TEXT Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. Write the word compassion: NONFICTION TEXT: JAKHIL’S COMPASSION Jakhil Jackson is from the city of Chicago. When he was five years old, Jakil went to feed homeless people with his aunt and his cousin. When he saw how homeless people lived, with rats and with sleeping bags on the ground, it made him sad. He wanted to help. To help homeless people, Jakhil made blessing bags. These bags have soap, tissues, socks, wipes, hand sanitizer, and towels. In 2016, he gave out 1,627 bags. In 2017, he gave away 5,140 bags. When he was 8 years old, Jakhil created Project I Am, a group that helps the homeless. Project I Am helps other kids to become change agents. One kid who helps with Project I Am said, “Homeless people don’t have very many resources, so it’s important to give them stuff to help them.” Another kid who helps said, “It’s important to make these bags because it’s going to make people happy.” In just a few years, Project I Am raised $550,000 for the unhoused, has helped over 135,000 people around the world, and has brought together over 2,000 youth to help those in need. Jakil’s advice to other kids who want to start helping their community is that they don’t have to wait until they’re adults. They can do it right now. Sources: Active Community Leader: Jakhil Jackson and https://jahkil.com/ ACTIVITY: Write 1 sentence that explains how Jakhil showed compassion. Write 1 sentence that explains how Jakhil’s compassion helped other people.

The Prohuman Grade 1 curriculum is aligned to two sets of standards: Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Character and Social Emotional Development (CSED) National Guidelines. The full collection of units introduces all nine of the prohuman character strengths: optimism, grit, gratitude, curiosity, courage, compassion, fairness, understanding, and humanity. Unit 6, Lesson 3, “Writing a Narrative About Compassion,” reinforces the vocabulary word compassion. Students will practice their narrative writing skills by writing a story of three sentences, with a beginning, middle, and end, that shows how they demonstrated compassion. SUGGESTED TIME: 20 minutes RELATED SUBJECT: English Language Arts LEARNING OUTCOMES: Compose three sentences that demonstrate comprehension of the word compassion Create a narrative with a beginning, middle, and end Demonstrate understanding of standard English sentence structure and grammar VOCABULARY: Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. REQUIRED MATERIALS: Prohuman Grade 1 Unit 6 Worksheet 3: Writing a Story About Compassion ELA COMMON CORE STANDARDS MET CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1.A Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1.B Use common, proper, and possessive nouns. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1.C Use singular and plural nouns with matching verbs in basic sentences (e.g., He hops; We hop). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1.D Use personal, possessive, and indefinite pronouns (e.g., I, me, my; they, them, their, anyone, everything). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1.G Use frequently occurring conjunctions (e.g., and, but, or, so, because). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2.B Use end punctuation for sentences. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2.E Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.6 Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.1.3 Write narratives in which they recount two or more appropriately sequenced events, include some details regarding what happened, use temporal words to signal event order, and provide some sense of closure. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.1.8 With guidance and support from adults, recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.4 Describe people, places, things, and events with relevant details, expressing ideas and feelings clearly. CHARACTER AND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL (CSED) NATIONAL STANDARDS MET Moral Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Moral Character B Apply and demonstrate the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Self-Awareness A2 Identify personal strengths (e.g., honesty, curiosity, listening) Social-Awareness A Demonstrate the ability to empathize and take the perspective of others, including demonstrating awareness of cultural differences and respect for human dignity Social-Awareness A3 Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and intentionally to others Social-Awareness A6 Be able to tell stories and listen to stories told by others Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 1 Initiate and engage in conversation and social interactions with classmates, peers, and adults Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 7 Play games and appropriately participate in small group classroom activities Responsible and Ethical Decision-Making 1 Describe a rule or principle that everyone should strive to live by (e.g., be kind, be honest, try your best) Civic Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of fairness, respect, volunteering and contributing to the common good LESSON PROCEDURE Today we will write a personal story about compassion, of three sentences, with a beginning, middle, and end. Write compassion on the board. Here is an example of a story about a time I showed compassion. Write on the board: Beginning: My friend was hungry and she didn’t have enough money to buy lunch. Middle: I thought that if I showed compassion, I would be able to help her get something to eat for lunch. End: I gave my friend money so that she could buy lunch. Now you will think of a time when you showed compassion and write your own story. NOTE: Collect and keep the worksheet on the following page for the next day’s lesson in which students will share their stories with a partner. GRADE 1 UNIT 6 WORKSHEET 3: WRITING A STORY ABOUT COMPASSION Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. Write the word compassion: ACTIVITY: Write 3 sentences that explain a time when you showed compassion. Beginning: Middle:

The Prohuman Grade 1 curriculum is aligned to two sets of standards: Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Character and Social Emotional Development (CSED) National Guidelines. The full collection of units introduces all nine of the prohuman character strengths: optimism, grit, gratitude, curiosity, courage, compassion, fairness, understanding, and humanity. Unit 6, Lesson 4, “Sharing Stories About Compassion,” reinforces the vocabulary word compassion. Students will practice their reading skills by reading their stories to a partner and their listening skills by listening to their partner’s stories. Then, students will participate in a class discussion about the different ways students showed compassion. Finally, students will write two examples, using complete sentences on their worksheets, of how other students showed compassion. SUGGESTED TIME: 20 minutes RELATED SUBJECT: English Language Arts LEARNING OUTCOMES: Read aloud to a partner to support development of English pronunciation, syntax, and grammar Listen to a partners’ reading to develop active listening skills Participate in a class discussion to develop active listening and conversation skills Write complete sentences to practice correct English syntax and grammar VOCABULARY: Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. REQUIRED MATERIALS: Prohuman Grade 1 Unit 6 Worksheet 4: Sharing Stories Of Compassion ELA COMMON CORE STANDARDS MET CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1.A Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.2 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.4 Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.4.C Use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding, rereading as necessary. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.4 Ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify the meaning of words and phrases in a text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1 Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 1 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1.A Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1.B Build on others' talk in conversations by responding to the comments of others through multiple exchanges CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.6 Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation CHARACTER AND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL (CSED) NATIONAL STANDARDS MET Moral Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Moral Character B Apply and demonstrate the character strengths of honesty and integrity, caring and compassion, gratitude, and the courage to take initiative Self-Awareness A2 Identify personal strengths (e.g., honesty, curiosity, listening) Social-Awareness A Demonstrate the ability to empathize and take the perspective of others, including demonstrating awareness of cultural differences and respect for human dignity Social-Awareness A3 Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and intentionally to others Social-Awareness A6 Be able to tell stories and listen to stories told by others Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 1 Initiate and engage in conversation and social interactions with classmates, peers, and adults Interpersonal/ Relationship Skills 7 Play games and appropriately participate in small group classroom activities Responsible and Ethical Decision-Making 1 Describe a rule or principle that everyone should strive to live by (e.g., be kind, be honest, try your best) Civic Character A Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of fairness, respect, volunteering and contributing to the common good LESSON PROCEDURE Today we will read our stories about compassion (from the previous lesson’s worksheet) with a partner. Circle the room to support the students as they take turns reading their stories to their partner. (10 min) Now we will talk about how students in our class showed compassion. Who would like to raise their hand and tell me how they showed compassion? Write 3 examples on the board, with the student’s name and a brief description of what they said. (5 min) Finally, we will write on our worksheet two sentences about what we’ve heard. For example, a sentence could be, “Mona showed compassion by giving her toy to a friend who wanted to play with it.” GRADE 1 UNIT 6 WORKSHEET 4: SHARING STORIES OF COMPASSION Compassion: I see when others are hurt or need help, and I try to help them. ACTIVITY: Write 2 complete sentences about how your classmates showed compassion. 1. 2.