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Character Education - In Class Reference

Helpful URLs

Suggested or Sample Character Education Curriculum and Lessons

  • Positive Attitude
  1. http://soulshoppe.com/downloads/09/PA_IntroLessons08-09.pdf


  • Self Confidence, Self Respect, Self Esteem
  1. Notes/Lesson plan (positive attitude and positive self-image lessons were combined with the self confidence, self-respect, self-esteem class due to time constraints.  But this is better split into 2 class lessons).
  2. Trash vs. Recycling Lesson
  3. Example of trash vs. recycle thoughts to use in activity
  4. Boosting Self Confidence
  5. Self-esteem activities article
  6. How to build self-esteem - goodcharacter.com
  7. Goodcharacter.com - appreciating yourself
  8. http://www.nasponline.org/communications/spawareness/selfesteem_ho.pdf
  9. http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plan/stand-tall-molly-lou-melon-lesson-plan
  10. Stand Tall reading video



  • Kindness
  1. Suggested Class Outline and Links
  2. Sample acrostic poem and graphic organizer:  Mrs Jakubowicz's 3rd Grade Class
  3. Additional URL Links:  
http://www.howtobekind.info/http://www.character.org/lessons/lesson-plans/elementary/apollo-beach-elementary-school/


  • Empathy
  1. Suggested Class Outline
  2. Kids Healthy - Empathy
  3. Shoe images (zip file)


  • Respect
  1. http://soulshoppe.com/downloads/08/RespectIntroLessons08-09.pdf




  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  1. Cooperation lesson
  2. Soul Shoppe Cooperation Lesson:  URL; PDF
  3. EBS Lets Cooperate
  4. http://ebscripps.wix.com/character-ed#!__lp-cooperation



  • Buddies not Bullies and Conflict Resolution
  1. Bully Lesson outline/rough guide
  2. Radix Elementary School - Bully Prevention
  3. http://www.character.org/uploads/PDFs/NSOC/2007_NSOC_Winner/Radix_Lesson_1_Worksheet.pdf
  4. Educationalworld.com
  5. http://www.goodcharacter.com/GROARK/Bullying.html
  6. http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/friends/bullies/index.html
  7. https://www.character.org/lessons/lesson-plans/elementary/radix-elementary-school
  8. http://www.nea.org/tools/lessons/teaching-students-to-prevent-bullying.html
  9. http://www.internet4classrooms.com/character_ed.htm

Book List

1. One by Kathryn Otoshi (standing up for others, bullying)
2.  Ordinary Mary's Extraordinary Deed by Emily Pearson (one person can make a difference; spreading acts of kindness)
3.  Stand in My Shoes:  Kids Learning About Empathy by Bob Sornson  (empathy) 
4.  The Juice Box Bully by Bob Sornson (standing up for others) 
5.  A Bad Case of Tattle Tongue by Julia Cook (the difference between soliciting necessary help from adults vs. "tattling") - This one is probably too young for 4th-5th.
6.  The Potato Chip Champ by Maria Desmondy (kindness/caring)
7.  The Brand New Kid by Katie Couric (including others who are new/different; empathy)
8.  The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes by Mark Pett (everyone makes mistakes; nobody's perfect, etc.)
9.  The Empty Pot by Demi (honesty; trustworthiness)
10.  If Everybody Did by Jo Ann Stover (responsibility; cause and effect)
11.  The Wump World by Bill Peet (environmental responsibility)
12.  Making Friends is An Art by Julia Cook and The Crayon Box That Talked by Shane Derolf  - (making new friends; celebrating diversity) - These are especially good for K-2;  Kids can make text-to-text connections between the two books.
13.  Unique Monique
14.  Mary Lou Mellon


Character Traits of the Month

SEPT/AUG   - I am Respectful
OCTOBER  -  I am Responsible
NOVEMBER   -  I am Caring
DECEMBER  -  I am Giving
JANUARY  -  I have a Positive Attitude
FEBRUARY  -  I am Trustworthy
MARCH  -  I am Cooperative
APRIL  -  I do My Best
MAY  -  I am Honest
JUNE/JULY  =  I have Self-Discipline


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Note

This section provides information to draw character education lessons from for parent volunteers and character education teachers.  Documents, URLs, files and sample worksheets or images are provided. Lesson should be tailored to the classroom topics, school topics and in conjunction with the teacher and current class topics.  These are just examples and are usually timed with the topics of Soul Shoppe assemblies which change year to year.  Please work with your teacher to find the right topics, books, activities for your classroom.

Helpful URLs have lesson with specific topics.  Click around each website to find the right topic for your lesson.

Six Pillars of Character

Trustworthiness

Be honest • Don’t deceive, cheat, or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends, and country


Respect

Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant and accepting of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements


Responsibility

Do what you are supposed to do • Plan ahead • Persevere: keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes • Set a good example for others


Fairness

Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others carelessly • Treat all people fairly


Caring

Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need


Citizenship

Do your share to make your school and community better • Cooperate • Get involved in community affairs • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules • Respect authority • Protect the environment • Volunteer



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