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Little Me in a Big World: Ants
First graders predict, observe and record strategies to overcome them using discussions, role play, and charts. Over a three or four day period, they examine obstacles that humans and insects encounter.
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Self-esteem Builder
Students recognize and acknowledge each other's strengths as well as becoming more aware of their own through this activity. They write positive comments about each other and turn them into positive paragraphs.
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Self-Esteem through Literature and Music
Young scholars research representations of self-esteem in music and literature, reflect on their meanings and use in developing positive attitudes. They make a presentations based on their research. They also keep a daily journal.
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Self-esteem and Self-concept
Ninth graders identify and define self-esteem and self-concept, their differences, and how to apply them to their daily lives.
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Cosmology Who Am I?
Students identify what internally lets them know who they are. They identify what cultural aspects contribute to their identity. Students identify what how much is enculturation verses connection to the natural world. They review present...
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2 Cubed
Students recognize the many kinds of knowledge we all have. They develop recognition and foster self-esteem. They log on to SparkTop.org and play 2 Cubed, an online trivia game that they play one-on-one with an opponent. They identify...
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Social Studies: Character and Integrity
Learners discover and discuss qualities that build character and integrity. Once they identify the influences involved in labeling and stereotyping, they examine various handouts involved in self-management and increasing their...
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Knock on Wood
Students discuss, in small groups, four situations provided and assess whether they believe the action done was right or wrong. They identify peer
pressure and how it influences young boys and to provide young boys with tools to resist...
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"Big Enough" Lesson Plan
Young scholars gain awareness and knowledge about Dwarfism by watching and responding to a film.