Grades:
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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.
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Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
Grades:
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Learners reflect in writing on one of two quotes about courage. Alternatively, they write about courage they will need to act on an issue in the future.
Grades:
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In this lesson, learners recognize that courage is something we need when making a difficult choice about something important. A hero makes courageous choices for the good of all, sometimes risking personal safety and comfort.
Grades:
6
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The learners choose a person of courage to honor on a commemorative "postage stamp."...
Grades:
6
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Learners explore stories about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history....
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
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Learners do a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) of taking courageous action in a difficult situation.
Grades:
6
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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.
Unit: Courage of the Heart
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Grades:
6
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Young people use their voice to speak up for injustice and take action for the common good.
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Unit: Your Place in the Community
Grades:
9
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Teens identify their roles and personal values, and analyze how their personal values and beliefs developed in connection to their community's values and beliefs. They discuss what decisions they can make through generosity and voice for the common good.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
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Learners identify issues in their school or community they feel they could have the courage to stand up for.