In response to the story of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott, learners reflect on the barriers and challenges to addressing an unfair situation. Given a list of ways to respond to unfair situations, they match them to a list of unfair situations.
Learners read about the actions and projects of people their age who stick their necks out for the sake of others....
The learners discuss a quote from Congresswoman Barbara Jordan and reflect on the meaning of respect for themselves as individuals. They commit their support to a plan for promoting respect in their community or school.
The learners examine the meaning of respect, especially as it relates to relating to people with different views. They describe how inclusion and exclusion from groups can result in conflict and stem from disrespect.
The learners read and reflect on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as it relates to respect....
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.
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 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 reflect on the relationship between courage and fear, and identify the different character attributes that guide us when facing a challenge.
Learners define caring through discussion of examples and writing an acrostic.