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6
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The learners will define courage and relate courage to the concept of a "hero." They will describe the characteristics of a hero. ...
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Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
Grades:
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Students reflect in writing on one of two quotes about courage. Or they write about courage they will need to act on an issue in the future.
Grades:
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In this lesson, students define courage further by distinguishing it from heroism and recognizing that courage is something we need when making a difficult choice about something important.
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6
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Learners discover examples of courage by learning about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history....
Grades:
6
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Using their knowledge of courage, the learners choose a person of courage who is a hero and share that by creating a commemorative "postage stamp."...
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
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Learners identify examples of courage from the actions of Jackie Robinson.
Grades:
6
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Learners identify the motivations of Jackie Robinson. They discuss what could make some people do something difficult even when they are afraid....
Grades:
6
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Learners listen to the lyrics of the song "Hero" by Mariah Carey. They define what a hero is and reflect on a hero's character traits besides courage....
Grades:
6
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Students identify issues in their school or community they feel they could have the courage to stand up for.
Grades:
6
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Students reflect in writing about how they can use their personal resources and interests to make a difference in somone's life.