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Self-Esteem

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Students determine what contributes to their self-esteem. For this self-esteem lesson, students participate in a discussion by answering a list of questions. They complete two handouts; one entitled "Who's in the Mirror?" and another called "Write a Fable." They develop an understanding of peer pressure by completing the fable worksheet.

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achievement, self esteem

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accomplishments, potential, self esteem, social studies
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Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
3 hrs
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Research
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Year
2006

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