This episode: A group of students explore what they know and think about philanthropy, introducing us to new ways of thinking about issues that matter.

Our guests: middle school students from The Diener School. The podcast was the culmination of a curriculum-based partnership with The Giving Square.

The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.

Resources for adults:

• "Teaching kids how to give," a podcast from the Urban Institute.
• "Kids are undiscovered community assets," a publication from the Missouri State University School of Public Affairs.
• Unselfie by Michele Borba Ed. D.
• No Citizen Left Behind by Meira Levinson
• Future "Kids are Philanthropists too" episodes! Keep listening.

TGS-approved books for kids (and adults!) about kids' role in community:

• Maybe, by Kobi Yamada
• Strictly No Elephants, by Lisa Mantchev
• Milo Imagines the World, by Matt de la Peña

Vocabulary: Philanthropist, Axolotl, Depression, Homophobia