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Learners reflect on the relationship between courage and fear, and identify the different character attributes that guide us when facing a challenge.
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Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
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Learners choose their favorite heroes from the "Star Wars" movies and identify acts of courage. They read about and discuss the traits of a classic hero from literature.
Grades:
6
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Students work in a small group to identify the circumstances and courage of a hero who acted for the common good.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
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8
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.
Unit: Character Education: Honesty (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
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Students define honesty as fairness and straightforward conduct. They look for examples in a story and debate the merits and mistakes of the main character.
Unit: Character Education: Fairness (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
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8
Students discuss biases and recognize that we all have biases, but we aren't always aware of them. Since people have different experiences, we all develop different biases. Students learn that a bias can create an unfair situation....
Unit: Impact of Giving
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In this one period lesson, learners discuss hunger and learn about nonprofits in the community. Students respond to literature and reflect on ways people give and take action. As a service project, they raise awareness of the issue or of giving opportunities.
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Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
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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. ...
Unit: Character Education: Perseverance (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
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Students discuss what it means to do their personal best. They find, through a simple physical activity, that they can do a good job in something, but they still have more talent and drive to do better if they persevere. They recognize that perseverance can help them do their personal best...
Unit: Character Education: Respect (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
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Students listen to a creative story about a group of characters who have no self-respect or respect for others. Students analyze the effects of lack of respect and identify ways to demonstrate respect in real-life situations....