Grades:
6
7
8
Define integrity as being true to yourself and what you value. The learners explore examples of being true to self.
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Unit: Character Education: Integrity (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
7
8
In the first lesson, the learners analyzed the meaning of integrity as it reflects being true to themselves and reflecting honestly who they are in their actions. In this lesson, we expand the definition to include being true to oneself and others.
Grades:
6
7
8
The learners reflect on the meaning of integrity by analyzing quotes and naming what they are "true to" in themselves.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
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
7
8
Learners explore stories about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history.
Unit: Character Education: Fairness (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
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.
Grades:
6
7
8
This lesson challenges learners to think of their personal responsibility to act when they observe unfair treatment. They respond to a scenario and work in small groups to make a plan of action in a specific situation of their choosing.
Unit: The Important Thing About Reading
Grades:
3
4
5
Learners plan and carry out a book drive to benefit children in their community who may not have access to many books at home.
Unit: Bullying Prevention Plan
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Grades:
9
10
11
12
In this lesson, learners explore and address the following questions: Who are the minority voices of the past and how has the civil society sector stepped in to protect their rights? What actions were effective? What public policies are in place to protect them? Who are the bullied today and...
Unit: Be the Change: Personal Health
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Learners look at the role exercise plays in overall health. They make a plan to engage younger children in more active play and exercise.