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Unit: What Does It Take?
Students will become aware of historic figures who have made a difference in our civil society.
Students will become aware of women and minority figures who have made a difference in a civil society.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 7)
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: Power of One—Everyday Heroes for the Common Good (The)
To introduce the concept of the common good, and to explore the characteristics of everyday heroes who work for the common good.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 8)
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.
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 6)
The learners will define courage and relate courage to the concept of a "hero." They will describe the characteristics of a hero. ...
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.
Unit: Humane Heroes: Those Who Care Enough
The purpose of this lesson is to identify what it means to be a true hero. The learners will explore character traits of heroes and apply this information to understand why individuals, or organizations might be considered heroes for animal welfare and humane...