CONTRIBUTING

"To have knowledge and skills is to be responsible. In a democracy, if we don’t take action to correct problems or social ills, who will? Educating others is a major responsibility of us all." (Susan J. Kovalik and Karen D. Olsen, Exceeding Expectations: A User’s Guide to Implementing Brain Research in the Classroom)

Ask yourself, "Now that I know this information, what is the next step? Where does it lead me? Does it demand that I take action in the community?" Two books by Barbara Lewis will inspire you to take action:

  • The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference
  • Kid’s Guide to Social Action: How to Solve the Social Problems You Choose --- And Turn Creative Thinking into Positive Action.

"We collect information for a purpose. We expect that information will "shed light" upon important questions or will lead toward insight and understanding. We must seek out authentic audiences for our students and opportunities to share what they have learned." Jamie McKenzie

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