Session 15: Working Together to Make a Difference Part of World of Wonder, Grades K-1 In This Section Introduction From World of Wonder It's the little things citizens do. That's what will make the difference. My little thing is planting trees... We can work together for a better world with men and women of goodwill, those who radiate the intrinsic goodness of humankind.... Session-at-a-Glance From World of Wonder Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Earth Ball Name Game 5 Activity 2: Story — Growing Green 10 Activity 3: Cooperative Storytelling 10 Activity 4: The Whole World on Our Heads 5 Activity 5: The Whole World with Our Hands 15 Faith in Action: Starting a Nature Club Closing 5 Alternate Activity... Spiritual Preparation From World of Wonder Find a place where you can be quiet with your thoughts. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for several minutes, perhaps repeating a word or phrase to separate yourself from the activities of the day. Read the quote from Wangari Maathai: It's the little things citizens do.... Opening From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice and LED/battery-operated candle Cloth for altar or centering space Group Covenant (Session 1) Chalice-Lighting Words (Session 1) Leadership Chart (Session 2) Preparation for Activity Select an area where the group can comfortably sit in a... Activity 1: Earth Ball Name Game From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Inflatable earth ball or globe, available from http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-k…; Preparation for Activity Inflate the earth ball or globe. Description of Activity This activity engages active learners while... Activity 2: Story - Growing Green From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "Growing Green" A large basket Objects to place in the basket that are related to the story such as an apple, packet of seeds, garden tools, and a compost bin with compostable scraps A chime or rain stick Optional: Sharp knife to cut the app... Activity 3: Cooperative Storytelling From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A notebook and pencil/pen (for adult use) Preparation for Activity Be prepared with story suggestions. Designate a space for a large circle, preferably outdoors.... Activity 4: The Whole World on Our Heads From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Inflatable earth balls or beach balls, as many as possible Preparation for Activity Inflate the earth balls or beach balls. Designate a large enough space for pairs or groups to work together, preferably outdoors.... Activity 5: The Whole World with Our Hands From World of Wonder Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Handprint Garden Mural Washable poster paint in rainbow colors A large roll of mural paper Shallow plates for each color of paint Several large paintbrushes (for stems) Optional: Smocks or old tee shirts Optional: Digital camera ... Closing From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity World of Wonder mural from Session 1 Handprint Garden mural from Activity 5, and tape Closing song lyrics from Session 1 Taking It Home Preparation for Activity Download and adapt the Taking It Home section and copy as a handout for all participants... Leader Reflection and Planning From World of Wonder Take a few minutes to evaluate the session with your co-leader immediately after the session, while it is fresh. Share your thoughts with other team leaders and the religious educator. You might find it helpful to consider these questions: Were all children actively engaged?... Faith In Action: Starting a Nature Club From World of Wonder Materials for Activity Information about starting a nature club Preparation for Activity Recruit a small group to plan the gathering and consult with the religious educator to select a day and time for the gathering. Invite World of Wonder families to attend. Optional: Invite any families in the... Alternate Activity 1: Welcoming Web Game From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Ball of yarn Preparation for Activity Clear an open space where the group can sit in a circle. Make sure you know each participant's name so you can prompt others in the circle. Description of Activity This activity makes the concepts of... Alternate Activity 2: Green Sanctuary Tour From World of Wonder Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Optional: Scraps for composting Preparation for Activity If your congregation has a Green Sanctuary team or committee, invite them to lead this tour of the grounds.... Alternate Activity 3: Community Puzzle From World of Wonder Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Community puzzle available from the Community Puzzle website Markers or crayons Preparation for Activity Discuss with the religious educator whether to extend this project to all RE groups, or to the congregation during coffee hour, and plan... Taking It Home: Working Together to Make a Difference From World of Wonder It's the little things citizens do. That's what will make the difference. My little thing is planting trees... We can work together for a better world with men and women of goodwill, those who radiate the intrinsic goodness of humankind.... Growing Green Janeen K Grohsmeyer From World of Wonder Holding up an apple (or other fruit) as you begin telling this story provides a focus. If no one responds to your questions, or if the group is too big, you can give your own answers. If appropriate, slice the fruit and hand out pieces to students. Have you ever eaten an apple?... Leader Resource 1: Handprint Garden Mural From World of Wonder Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing. Find Out More From World of Wonder See a good resource for cooperative games on the http://www.learningforlife.org/exploring-resources/99-720/x08.pdf%20coo… for Life website. The community garden is just one of the Green Sanctuary projects taken on by the people of the... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: World of Wonder NEXT: Introduction Download all of World of Wonder (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.