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An Introduction to Citizenship and Sacrifice
Students are introduced to a simple review of citizenship and sacrifice though the lives of Washington and Lee. The lesson plan is portrayed as a play and fosters personal application opf the concepts revealed.
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My Life 24-7 Video
Students utilize the short film genre to illustrate ethical themes and identify good character. In this ethics and technology lesson, students discuss their favorite viral videos and select an ethically themed topic to create their own...
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Debating Responsibility
Students examine the benefits of taking responsibility for their actions. In this character education lesson, students role-play various scenarios and discuss the impact of taking responsibility in each situation.
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Monkey for Sale
Second graders use play quarters to "purchase" items. They discuss how these are choices the character in the story they will read has to make. Students read the book "Monkey for Sale." They discuss the choices Luzolo makes and how she...
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Swimmy
Young scholars explore the themes of the book Swimmy by Leo Lionni. In this literacy lesson plan, students dramatize a character from Swimmy and identify common themes such as cooperation and caring. Young scholars create a new ending to...
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Financial Plans
Students create an economic system based on responsibility and caring. In this economics and character lesson, students receive Character Currency and practice using the money for a good cause. Students brainstorm charities they would...
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Acting it Out
Students explore responsible behavior. In this character education lesson plan, students work in groups to act out scenarios using or disregarding responsible behavior. Students discuss personal feelings and consequences of each situation.
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"Hector's World" Episode 5
Students consider when, and if, they should share information about themselves over the internet. In this online safety lesson, students view the show "Hector's World." They then discuss how to use caution, unsafe feelings, and the help...
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One Plus One Makes You and Me - Respect
Young pupils should benefit from this wonderful series of activities designed to teach them how to get along with, and respect each other. Learners recognize how to demonstrate both respectful and disrespectful behavior, and take part in...