THE SEVEN THEMES IN ACTION
Below are suggested classroom activities and discussion prompts to help students connect the books in the collection to the seven themes.
THEME
SUGGESTED CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
READ-ALOUD & DISCUSSION Encourage students to share a moment when they felt proud of who they are. PARTNER READING Have students discuss how they can affirm each other’s unique traits. CREATIVE EXPRESSION Ask students to draw or write about what makes them special, emphasizing each person’s worth. CLASSROOM READ-ALOUD Start a conversation about what it means to be a supportive friend or family member. COMMUNITY MAP PROJECT Have students create a map of their own community (school, neighborhood) and discuss ways they can contribute to their community. BOOK CLUB/LITERATURE CIRCLES Small group discussions on how family and community shape us and how we can give back. PARTNER READ & REFLECT After reading, let students brainstorm ways to show kindness or encourage others’ rights to learn. WRITING PROMPTS Ask students to write about a time they stood up for someone’s rights or fulfilled a responsibility. ROLE-PLAYING Practice scenarios where students show kindness or help each other succeed. READING STATIONS Encourage students to discuss how small acts of kindness can create big changes. SERVICE PROJECT BRAINSTORM Invite students to propose simple service ideas that aid the poor or vulnerable in their school or local area. STORY REENACTMENT In groups, retell a story to highlight the perseverance and compassion of characters or subjects.
LIFE AND DIGNITY OF THE HUMAN PERSON
CALL TO FAMILY, COMMUNITY, AND PARTCIPATION
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OPTION FOR THE POOR AND VULNERABLE
20 Using Your Seven Social Teachings Collection
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