Introduction
Have you ever helped a friend or wanted to make someone feel better?
Have you ever wondered how one small action can make a big difference?
In this WebQuest, imagine yourself as a changemaker.
You will explore the true story of a young boy who used what he loved to help others in need.
You’ll read, think, investigate, and create your own message using digital tools to show how helping others can create real impact.
Task
By the end of this WebQuest, you will:
- Understand how helping others can make a real difference
- Identify the problem, action, and impact in Mini’s story
- Explore real-life ways people can help others in their community
- Create a digital message that inspires others to take action
Process
Step 1: Watch & Discover (Introduction)
Watch a short video provided about helping others and making a difference. Link: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/kg6QsvrObBU?feature=share
While watching, think about:
- How can people help?
- Why is helping important?
Step 2: Read & Investigate (NotebookLM)
- Read the story “Burn Rubber to Help Another” using the link:
https://notebooklm.google.com/notebook/97f36837-d5b5-40e0-b702-4714242240f6
- Complete the Tyrell Quiz in NotebookLM to check your understanding.
- Then, answer the following questions in your English copybook in your own words:
- How did Mini turn his racing passion into a charity?
- What inspired Mini to help families fighting childhood cancer?
- In what ways did Mini’s Mission use its donated funds?
Step 3: Organize Your Ideas (MindMeister)
- Create your mind map by opening the following link: https://mm.tt/map/3992187630?t=Nh6D5v0MV0
- The mind map has already been prepared for you.
- Your task is to fill in the missing ideas using your understanding of the story.
Step 4: Create Your Product (Designer Role)
Now it’s your turn to inspire others!
Choose ONE and create:
- Video (60 seconds)
- Canva poster
Include:
- Mini’s story
- A strong message about helping others
- One real-life action people can take
Step 5: Share & Reflect
Post your work on padlet using the link. https://padlet.com/mayawehbii/how-can-you-use-your-own-talents-to-help-others-in-real-life-91njq9ykocnz1nt7
https://edublogs.org/?join-invite-code=10970889-grade5changemakersedublogsorg-69f01e5058621
In your post:
- Upload your final product
- Answer this question: How can you use your own talents to help others in real life?
Evaluation
Dear changemakers, you will be assessed based on the following criteria.
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Criteria |
Interactive (3) |
Constructive (2) |
Active (1) |
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Understanding of Story |
Clear, accurate, with strong connections (problem–action–impact) |
Mostly clear, some missing links |
Basic or incomplete understanding |
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Use of Evidence (NotebookLM) |
Uses accurate, text-based evidence effectively |
Some correct evidence used |
Minimal or unclear evidence |
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Creative Product |
Highly engaging, clear message, inspires action |
Clear but simple message |
Unclear or incomplete product |
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Real-Life Connection |
Strong, realistic action to help others |
General idea of helping |
No clear real-life connection |
Conclusion
The Conclusion (Reflection & Bridge)
🎉 Great work, Changemakers!
You explored how one person used passion to make a difference, and how small actions can create big impact.