Definition:
Service is performing acts of kindness that contribute to the well-being of others. 

Summary:
Audrey Hepburn had aspirations to become an actress when she emigrated from Europe to the U.S.A. Her childhood had been difficult because her family had to hide from the Nazis both in Belgium, her birthplace, and in Holland. When she moved to America, she got a big break when she starred in a Hollywood movie. Her career took off after that. But Audrey was more than a movie star. In 1988 she became a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF, an organization that serves children all over the world. She inspired other actors and people around the world to contribute to this organization and she was eventually awarded the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992. 

Lesson Objectives: 

1. Students will become more aware of the importance of service - both ordinary folks and famous people are respected and admired for what they do to help others.
2. Teachers can guide students in a discussion about how our own suffering can teach us to have more empathy toward others who suffer because we understand how they feel.   

Guiding Questions: 

1. Do you think Audrey had an easy childhood? If not, what were some of her struggles? 
2. Have you ever had a dream of doing something but were told you wouldn’t be able to do it? If so, how did that make you feel?
3. Did Audrey give up on her dream when others tried to discourage her? 
4. What happened to Audrey in her childhood that made her  care so much about children who needed help? 
5. Do you think Audrey minded when people criticized her appearance? Why or why not? 
6. Self-esteem means that you are confident in who you are, even when others are critical of you. Do you think Audrey had good self-esteem? Do you have good self-esteem? 
7. “I never think of myself as an icon, I just do my thing.” An icon is someone who is admired and has great influence. What do you think Audrey meant by this? 
8. Have you ever acted in a play or made a video? If so, share about what it was like for you. If you haven’t, would you like to? 
9. Do you think famous actors should be more like Audrey, willing to do more to help good causes? Do you know any actors who do community service? 
10. Do some research on UNICEF. In some places, children trick or treat for this organization for Halloween. Have you ever raised money for UNICEF?