Learners reflect on the relationship between courage and fear, and identify the different character attributes that guide us when facing a challenge.

In this activity, the learners get character snapshots of several different real-life heroes and look for patterns and lessons they can take away. 

Learners discuss the courage and traits of a classic hero from literature or movies like the Avengers, Hunger Games, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings.

Learners listen to the lyrics of the song "Hero" by Mariah Carey. They explore the feelings and actions that go along with being a hero.

Learners identify the motivations of Jackie Robinson that fueled his courage in the face of criticism and hate. They discuss what could make some people do something difficult even when they are afraid.

Learners identify examples of courage from an article about Jackie Robinson.

The learners choose a person of courage to honor on a commemorative "postage stamp."

Learners explore stories about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history.

The learners define courage and describe the identity of someone with courage. They describe courage with words that show what it is and what it isn't.

The purpose of this lesson is for the learners to reflect on how philanthropy, enlightened self-interest, and caring are related and to determine why and how they will "care" in the future.