Character Education: Honesty (Grade 6)

Unit of 5 Lessons
Grade Levels: 
6
7
8
Subjects: 
Language Arts
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Issue Area: 
Kindness
Focus Question 

What role does honesty play in relationships and life success?  How can developing honesty equip people as world citizens who contribute to the common good? 

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Unit Overview 

Learners define honesty as fairness and straightforward conduct. They reflect on the benefits to the community of truthfulness and straightforward actions. They analyze the traits and actions of someone who has built a "good reputation."

Service Experience 
Learners look for opportunities to demonstrate honesty to improve the relationships in their lives and communities. 
Lessons in This Unit 
Unit: 
Character Education: Honesty (Grade 6)
Lesson 4 of 5
Grades: 
6
7
8

This lesson provides an example of a politician known for his honesty. The learners identify why they depend on politicians to be honest, and discuss why it is difficult for politicians to be honest.

Unit: 
Character Education: Honesty (Grade 6)
Lesson 5 of 5
Grades: 
6
7
8

Learners may use either journaling or role-playing to reflect on the benefits to the community of truthfulness and straightforward actions. They analyze traits and actions of someone who has built a "good reputation."