Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
What role does courage play in relationships and life success? How can developing courage equip people as world citizens who contribute to the common good?
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In this unit the learners will define courage and relate courage to the the concept of a "hero." They will learn about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history. Using their knowledge of courage, the learners determine a person of courage who is a hero and share that by creating a commemorative "postage stamp."
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.
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.
Learners explore stories about a hero, Nelson Mandela, whose actions changed the course of history.
The learners choose a person of courage to honor on a commemorative "postage stamp."
Learners reflect in writing on one of two quotes about courage. Alternatively, they write about courage they will need to act on an issue in the future.