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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.
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Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners reflect on the relationship between courage and fear, and identify the different character attributes that guide us when facing a challenge.
Grades:
6
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8
In this activity, the learners get character snapshots of several different real-life heroes and look for patterns and lessons they can take away.
Grades:
6
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8
Learners do a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) of taking courageous action in a difficult situation.
Grades:
6
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8
Working in small groups, learners match the classic hero traits to an activist who took social action for the common good.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners identify issues in their school or community they feel they could have the courage to stand up for.
Grades:
6
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Learners identify examples of courage from an article about Jackie Robinson.