Students can learn how to model good citizenship in the way they care for the members of their school. Students will develop tangible habits that show how to increase awareness of citizenship and good character. This lesson will explore ways to support the citizens and take care of the community of learners within the building.
Volunteering (Grades 6-12)
Character Education Objective: Students will discuss how caring is demonstrated through volunteering. Content Objective: Students will volunteer for an organization that is close to their heart to demonstrate care for others. Language Objective: Students will research local organizations where they
Defining Fairness (Grades 6-12)
Character Education Objective: Students will discuss the meaning of fairness. Content Objective: Students will define fairness. Language Objective: Students will share their ideas and definitions of fairness from assorted quotes. Purpose: Fairness can vary based on definition and situation. Thus,
Problem Solving (Grades 6-12)
Character Education Objective: Students will discuss the role each individual play in solving his or her own problem. Content Objective: Students will take responsibility to solve the problems they face. Language Objective: Students will tackle a problem in their own
Interpersonal Skills (Grades 6-12)
Character Education Objective: Students will discuss how to develop and maintain positive relationships in their lives. Content Objective: Students will define, establish, and maintain healthy relationships. Language Objective: Students will employ strategies to promote positive relationship building and connections. Purpose:
Trustworthiness Through Organization (Grades 6-12)
Character Education Objective: Students will discuss the impact of disorganization in their lives and in the lives of those who count on them Content Objective: Students will explore ways to become more organized to help them remain trustworthy and accountable
Teaching Respect (Grades K-12)
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule Be tolerant of differences Use good manners, not bad language Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone Be considerate of the feelings of others Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements You don’t
Expectations of Respect (Grades 6-12)
Students and teachers will use a Gallery Walk activity to define what respectful behavior looks like in the classroom, in the hallways, in the cafeteria, and in their athletics and activities.
Books to teach determination
Dewey Doo-It Helps Little Owlie Fly Again by Brahm Wegner and Alan Green Good for grades: K – 5 ISBN-13: 978-0974514314 When Dewey Doo-it’s kite becomes lodged in a tree, the protagonist and his siblings ask renowned flyer Owlie for
Books to teach trustworthiness
Check out these books for K-12 students to help teach trustworthiness.