1. Word cloud
120 seconds
In one word, how do you think volunteering makes you feel?
2. Slide
60 seconds
Volunteering is a great way to help your community and make a difference in the world. It's also a great way to meet new people and learn new skills. You can volunteer at local schools, animal shelters, hospitals, or many other places. No matter what you choose, you'll be helping people in need. Volunteering is a great way to gain new experiences and practice making a positive impact on the world!
Volunteering, Make a Difference in the Community!
3. Slide
60 seconds
Volunteerism: the practice of people working on behalf of others or a cause without payment or recognition. Impact: The effect or influence of an action or condition on something or someone. Empowerment: The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.
Concepts:
4. Slide
60 seconds
In some countries, volunteering is considered a form of national service, just like military service. In 2006, the estimated economic value of volunteer work done in the United States was over $162 billion. The world record for the longest marathon spent volunteering is held by a man who spent 437 days volunteering in India!
Did you know?
5. Open question
300 seconds
Why do you think volunteering is important?
6. Open question
300 seconds
What are some ways that we can volunteer in our community?
7. Open question
300 seconds
What do you think you could learn from volunteering?
8. Open question
300 seconds
How do you think volunteering benefits the community?
9. Drawings
450 seconds
Brain break: Draw a dinosaur wearing a tutu dancing ballet.
10. Drawings
1260 seconds
Question: How can you volunteer your time and help your community? Clues: • Think of a cause you care about or a hobby you enjoy. • Research volunteer opportunities in your area. • Consider what skills you have to offer. In pairs: Select and solve one of the tasks: A. In pairs, create a drawing that explains how you could volunteer your time to help your community. B. Explain your drawing to the class and discuss the importance of volunteering.
11. Poll
60 seconds
What is volunteering?
- Helping others without getting paid
- Working for a company
- Studying for exams
- Playing video games
12. Poll
60 seconds
What are some things you can do when volunteering?
- Teaching, cleaning, and helping animals
- Cooking, watching TV and playing games
- Sleeping, eating and doing nothing
13. Poll
60 seconds
Why do people volunteer?
- To help others in need
- To get paid
- To become famous
- To waste time
14. Poll
60 seconds
What are the benefits of volunteering?
- Making new friends, learning new skills and feeling good about helping others
- Becoming rich and famous
- Getting a job
- Watching TV all day
15. Poll
60 seconds
Can children also volunteer?
- Yes they can! They can help out at schools or other community events.
- No they cannot! They should only focus on playing with their toys.
- They can only volunteer if they have permission from their parents.
- They don't need to because they are too young.
16. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: What are three benefits of volunteering in your community?
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