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Unit Plan - Our Voices, Our World: Building Belonging through Equity, Storytelling, and Global Competencies

This four-week K-12 unit plan fosters inclusion and belonging through equity, storytelling, and the global competencies of empathy, collaboration, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. Designed as a fantastic follow-up to the Deep Learning course series, this $25 download includes customizable lesson plans for each grade band (K-5, 6-8, and 9-12), helping teachers save time and seamlessly integrate the global competencies into their classrooms. Inspired by We Belong by Dr. Laurie Barron and Dr. Patti Kinney, this unit supports students in building connections, valuing diverse perspectives, and creating an inclusive, positive classroom culture.

Here are a few compelling reasons to purchase this unit today:

Time-Saving Customization: With fully customizable lesson plans tailored for each grade band (K-5, 6-8, and 9-12), this unit is ready to implement, saving teachers hours of planning while offering flexibility to adapt to unique classroom needs.
Builds an Inclusive Classroom Culture: This unit fosters a culture of belonging and respect, helping students appreciate diversity and form stronger connections with peers. Teachers can create a supportive environment that celebrates every student’s story and perspective.
Perfect Follow-Up to Deep Learning: Designed as a continuation of the Deep Learning course series, this unit integrates global competencies such as empathy, collaboration, critical thinking, and cultural awareness, making it an ideal next step for teachers wanting to reinforce these skills.
Proven Strategies from We Belong: Drawing on research-based strategies from Dr. Laurie Barron and Dr. Patti Kinney's We Belong, this unit equips educators with effective tools for fostering equity and connection in the classroom.
Affordable, All-Inclusive Resource: For only $25, teachers gain access to a complete, adaptable resource that supports long-term classroom transformation, making it a valuable investment in both student well-being and academic success.

Important Essential Questions

The essential questions of this unit serve as an ongoing anchor for students' learning, guiding them to deeper reflections on identity, empathy, and community. Each question encourages students to examine what it means to belong and to consider the value of shared experiences and diverse perspectives. By revisiting these questions, students grow in their understanding of equity, empathy, and responsibility, building skills that help them connect meaningfully with others, both within and beyond the classroom.

These questions aren't limited to the unit’s four weeks—they are tools for lifelong learning and relationship-building. As students reflect on how they can contribute to a positive and inclusive community, they also learn the importance of listening, respecting diversity, and using their voices to advocate for a supportive environment. These reflections on belonging, equity, and global competencies cultivate not only a strong classroom community but also prepare students to be compassionate, engaged citizens in a diverse world.

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Unit Plan Digital Download

This $25 digital download provides a comprehensive, customizable four-week unit designed to foster empathy, equity, and global competencies across grades K-12. Tailored lesson plans for each grade band (K-5, 6-8, and 9-12) include interdisciplinary activities, essential questions, and final projects that engage students in storytelling, relationship-building, and collaborative problem-solving. Editable templates allow teachers to adapt content easily, creating a flexible, ready-to-use resource for diverse classroom needs.