In this reading worksheet, learners participate in a 2 character reader's theater play based on the book If You Take a Mouse to School.

Learners explore the definition of philanthropy as it relates to bullying. In this moral values lesson, students listen to the book Thank you, Mr. Falker and identify how the main character was bullied. Learners define philanthropy, and...

Students demonstrate empathy. In this character education instructional activity, students read the book Alexander and the Horrible No Good Very Bad Day and discuss examples of bad days they have experienced. Students are given happy...

Students explore classroom community building. In this character development and community building lesson, students listen to Hands Are Not for Hitting and generate a class list of positive ways to handle classroom conflicts. Students...

Students demonstrate the importance of sharing compliments. In this character education activity, students write compliments on post-it notes to one of their classmates.

Students complete activities with the story Anansi and the Tug O' War. In this literature lesson, students listen to a story, answer comprehension questions, and complete three worksheets. They discuss facial expressions and try to guess...

In this reading comprehension worksheet, students cut out 5 bookmarks. Each bookmark focuses on a story element in the book Jamaica Louise James by Amy Hest. Students answer the questions on the bookmarks. Included are: making...

First graders explore reading comprehension by analyzing a story in class. In this story structure lesson, 1st graders read the book New Shoes for Sylvia and discuss the character and her dilemma in the story. Students answer study...

Learners listen to the story Jeffrey and the Sloth and relate the story to how it feels to have writer's block. In this Jeffrey and the Sloth activity, students use this book to inspire their creative writing process. Learners create...

Pondering Rembrandt’s portraits provide readers of The Chosen an opportunity to “listen to [the] silence and learn from it,” as they consider Reb Saunders from a different perspective. After examining several paintings, viewers write...

Seventh graders identify ways people persevere in a difficult situation. For this character education lesson, 7th graders watch a video about a man with cerebral palsy and discuss ways he perseveres.

Students explore the concept of courage. In this character education activity, students consider how to have the courage to stand up and fight for community issues.

Young scholars examine what respect is and isn't. In this character education lesson, students create a t-chart of what respect looks like and doesn't look like. The teacher adds the words bias, prejudice, stereotype and racism to the...

This series of 11 questions addresses plot, character, and setting developments from page 159 to 166 of Leslie Marmon Silko's Ceremony. The edition of the novel is not provided. This worksheet can be used as a basis for your own handout,...

Fifth graders read Dear Mr. Henshaw and identify the character trait of self-respect as exhibited by Leigh throughout the story. They evaluate the author's use of letters to tell the story and discuss how the story would be different if...

Middle schoolers persevere to build character. In this philanthropy lesson, students consider how to put forth their personal best in all areas of their lives as they participate in a physical activity.

Seventh graders investigate bullying. In this character education lesson, 7th graders participate in a class discussion on how to make the school a more respectful place. Students brainstorm ideas and develop a plan to create a...

Young scholars examine the attributes of trust. In this character education instructional activity, students read the Irish folktale "Beth Gellert". Young scholars discuss the folktale and how they can earn the trust of others.

Students define trust and what it means to be trustworthy. In this good character lesson plan, students think of a person they trust and discuss what makes them trustworthy. Students pair up and complete trust leans. Students discuss the...

Sixth graders compare scenarios about courage. In this character education lesson, 6th graders discover what it means to be brave. Students analyze scenarios and determine if courage was necessary.

Middle schoolers explore the trait of caring. In this character education lesson, students discuss acts of kindness and collaborate to promote a kindness campaign.

Young scholars explore the concept of democracy. In this character education instructional activity, students discover enlightened self-interest and discuss a quote from Alexis de Tocqueville.

Middle schoolers explore the concept of environmental stewardship. For this character education lesson, students examine a quote from John Muir regarding the value of nature.

Who are you? What are you? The two guiding questions found at the heart of any journey of self-discovery provide the framework for this outline of personal development seminar.