3.2 Empathy with society and animals

Life orientation

Grade 6

Personal development

Module 12

Empathy with society and animals

Report 1:

The Badgers visit the AWS

The grade 3 cubs of the Stellenbosch Scouts, The Badgers, have visited the Stellenbosch Animal Welfare Society to feed the dogs that are pounded. This formed part of their “caring” project in the local society.

Eikestad News, 21 June 2002

Report 2:

Plant a hope garden to show you care

The Aids-awareness ribbon, or red ribbon, is a symbol of solidarity and is a commitment to the fight against Aids. Show you care by planting a Hope Garden.

What you need:

• An empty piece of clear soil in the garden
• A few packets of your favourite flower seeds
• A stick and
• A rake

Method:

• Rake the ground to smooth the surface
• Using the stick, draw a big Aids ribbon in the soil
• Plant the seeds
• Firmly pat down the soil
• Water lightly (and regularly)

• Watch your Hope Garden grow!

Sunday Times, 2 June 2002

Activity 1:

To identify ways to make a difference in your community

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Class Assignment

This report and article are only two examples of how learners can demonstrate that they really care about their fellow human beings and animals. Identify ways in which you can make a difference in your neighbourhood by showing that you care. Local newspapers are keen to publish reports and photographs of schools that endeavour to make the world a better place for all. This is an opportunity for acting as a good ambassador for your school!

Assessment

Learning outcomes (LOs)

LO 3

Personal Development

The learner will be able to use acquired life skills to achieve and extend personal potential to respond effectively to challenges in his or her world.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

3.1 reflects on own abilities, aptitudes, interests and strengths as well as body image;

3.2 explains how to respond to peer pressure in different situations;

3.3 demonstrates compassion by caring for people and animals;

3.4 demonstrates peacekeeping and mediation skills in different conflict situations;

3.5 explains what has been learned by reflecting on an experience related to self-management skills;

3.6 describes and selects a range of problem-solving skills for different contexts.