Developed in conjunction with EdOnline, Thirteen/WNET's educational division, RELIGION & ETHICS NEWSWEEKLY's lesson plans introduce students to today's most important religious and moral issues.

Prep — Preparing for the lesson Steps — Conducting the lesson Extension — Additional Activities Prep Media Components Computer Resources: Modem: 56.6 Kbps or faster. Browser: Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above or Internet Explorer 4.0 or above. Personal computer (Pentium … More →

Overview In this lesson plan, elementary students develop an understanding of what it means to live with limiting physical conditions, such as impaired hearing, and other disabilities, such as dyslexia. Using various resources, including video segments from Religion & Ethics, … More →

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Print out and make copies of these organizers for your students: Student Organizer: What I Have Learned about Homelessness Student Handout: Tips for Interviewing Student Organizer: Interview Planning Sheet

Overview In this lesson plan, elementary students develop an understanding of what it means to be homeless and why people become homeless. Using various resources, including video segments from Religion & Ethics, books, and community guest speakers, students explore different … More →

Print out and make copies of these organizers for your students: * Topic A: Volunteer Doctors * Topic B: Helping the Disabled * Organization Research * Topic C: Turning a Neighborhood Around * Topic D: Ending Hunger * Topic E: … More →

Prep — Preparing for the lesson Steps — Conducting the lesson Extension — Additional Activities Prep Media Components Computer Resources: Modem: 56.6 Kbps or faster. Browser: Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above or Internet Explorer 4.0 or above. Macintosh computer: System … More →

Overview Many people’s fundamental needs are not being met in the U.S. today. Food, shelter, medical care, and safety from violence elude increasing numbers of people. In a spirit of altruism, individuals, faith-based organizations and secular groups undertake humanitarian efforts … More →

Print out and make copies of these organizers for your students: Four Scenarios (for teacher’s use) Exploring Controversial Issues Using Surveys and Polls Rubric for Culminating Project