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More of, Less of
Have your class discuss behaviors they like from other people. They will then get into groups and list behaviors they want to see more of from people in their community, classroom, or school. This is a great Character Counts lesson!
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The Physiological and Psychological Development of the Adolescent
Students examine the life of a teenager from their own perspective and an adult's. In groups, they focus on the biological changes and how they are different in a girl and a boy. Individually, they write a paper about these changes and...
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Dogfighting Hurts Animals
Pupils discuss dogfights and relate caring for a baby to caring for their animal. In this dogfighting lesson plan, students view video about dogs forced to fight and relate to parenting skills. Pupils become familiar with ways to help...
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Let's Talk About Sex
Pupils discuss abstinence. In this self-discipline lesson, students discuss the concept of sexual self-discipline in relationships, dress, and conduct.
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Let's Read! I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie
Students demonstrate portion sizes that are too large and ones that are "just right."
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Salad Party
Pupils bring different plant parts in order to make one big salad. They observe each part and classify it.
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Flavors and Favors
Young scholars conduct a food drive. In this service learning lesson, students put on a school-wide food drive, decorate the bags the food will be delivered in and possibly even help distribute the food.
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Environment: Valley Walk-A-Thon
Students go on a nature hike and observe the different plants along their route. Various plants are circled with hula hoops and identified with flash cards. Older students write in their journals about their hiking experience while the...