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The goal of this instructional activity is for kids to develop self-esteem and an appreciation for others. In it, they brainstorm a class list of talents that different students possess. Each child talks about why they think other kids are cool. They each pick a cool talent they have and share it with others. This worthy activity is based on the Arthur episode "Buster and the Daredevils."

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self esteem, talents

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talents, self-esteem, being cool, english language arts
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Pre-K - 1st
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English Language Arts
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30 mins
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