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Honesty in Writing

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Help your class construct an honest and clear writing piece. They explore tactics in advertising and identify deceptive language. They then write a statement about a community issue using honest language.
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Honesty in Writing

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders analyze the conveyance of honesty in written products. In this writing skills activity, 8th graders discuss bias and fabrication in writing. Students practice sincere writing as they write statements regarding the common...
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The Search for Character!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders define character words, look for real-life examples of the traits "in action," and write an acrostic poem based on one of these qualities.
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A Straightforward Approach

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this character education instructional activity, students discuss the value of honesty and consider honesty towards self, family, friends, and the community as they write a reflection.
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Trustworthy Reputation

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the character trait of reputation. For this character education lesson, 7th graders focus on their personal reputation as they discuss positive character traits and reflect on character quotations in journal entries.
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Dishonesty

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore religion and ethics. In this character education lesson, students compare dishonesty and honesty as they consider the ethics of lying. Students consider whether certain lies are more acceptable than others and...
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Two Trustworthy Texans

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders read about two pioneers from Texas and learn how they became well trusted people. In this trust lesson, 7th graders read essays about two Texas pioneers. They learn vocabulary such as loyalty, honesty, good reputation,...
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Trustworthy Reputation

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore psychology by writing reflections about quotations. In this human behavior activity, 7th graders read a list of famous quotes about trust by men such as Benjamin Franklin and William Shakespeare. Students complete...
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Noncombatancy and the Seventh ­day Adventist Church

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Upper graders investigate how the Seventh Day Adventists are objectors to the practice of war. The lesson covers the Civil War and examines the church's position about the practice of war. The research extends to modern wars and learners...