Students create a poster to persuade others to support a cause helping an imaginary community in need.
Topic
Spend (Buying things, Giving to others)
Subject
English or language arts, Fine arts and performing arts, Social studies or history
Grade Level
Elementary school (4-5)
Duration
75-90 minutes
Big idea
People often give their money, things, and time to help people and organizations they care about.
Essential questions
- What can people give to others and to their community?
- How can people be persuaded to support a cause?
Objectives
- Understand different ways to give
- Explore ways to persuade people to support a cause
What students will do
- Learn about ways people can support a cause.
- Create a poster to persuade people to support an imaginary community in need.
Download activity
Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_giving-cause_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_giving-cause_worksheet.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.
