First graders write a descriptive paragraph about a friend.

Second graders use a Venn Diagram to compare and contrast buttons after listening to the story, A Lost Button.

Students create a glyph (a symbol or icon) that represents who they are, and read the glyphs of others to explain the glyphs' data.

Students create a business plan to start up their own business. In this algebra lesson, students think of a product they can produce and sell. They create on paper what they should do and then put into practice creating a mock business.

Young scholars compile a list of 10 desirable traits for working with others. They evaluate the traits that are necessary for specific jobs and describe them in work settings.

Second graders create a t-chart about the healthy and unhealthy characteristics in relationships. They discuss elements they should look for in a friend. They are read books to identify these elements.

Students explore internet safety. In this cyber safety lesson plan, students gain information on how to choose safe websites. Students get tips on what types of information is safe to share on the internet and things to be aware of.

In this World War II worksheet, students read a 2-page selection from History of Germany in the Nineteenth Century and Historical and Political Writings by Heinrich Vot Treitschke and then respond to 4 short answer questions...

Learners consider when, and if, they should share information about themselves over the internet. In this online safety lesson, students view the show "Hector's World." They then discuss how to use caution, unsafe feelings, and the help...

Learners improvise scenes which relate to the plot of Much Ado About Nothing.

Learners suggest ethical decisions to problems and determine the basis and authority for them as ethical decisions.

Students study healthy food choices and the energy it creates for physical activity. In this food energy instructional activity, students complete multiple activities to learn about the benefits of healthy eating upon physical activity.

Learners reflect on fictional and real boxers from Pennsylvania.  In this history lesson, high schoolers read, reflect and discuss the historical period following World War II and observe the boxers that were famous from...

[Free Registration/Login Required] Generate writing prompts, certificates, booklet covers, and more from this wonderful resource when integrating character education themes into a social studies unit.

This site is loaded with resources for developing and maintaining a character education program in your school, class or team. It includes information on service learning, ethics in the workplace and leading class discussions as well as...

Although these teaching guides are designed to be used with a video series called "Big Changes, Big Choices," most of the material here can be used without the videos. The topics covered in this series include both life skills and...

This lesson will be implemented as part of a character education unit on integrity. Students will apply research skills, open-ended discussions, and cooperative learning experiences to investigate the meaning of "respect." Practicing...

How can you be a responsible person? Discuss this question with friends, classmates, and your parents with the help of useful questions and writing prompt at this website. Includes "Educational goals" and tips on "How to be a responsible...

A how-to article that illustrates how teachers can educate students about making choices that are consistent with their ethical values. A comprehensive plan for using the venerable Socratic method to reinforce critical-thinking skills by...

Guides for teaching life skills that range from trustworthiness to conflict resolution. These guides were created for use with a set of videos, "The Six Pillars of Character," but most of the information and ideas can be used without...

Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. Used to motivate students to use higher-level thinking skills, read, and develop an appreciation for their culture. Good resource.

Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This strategy's focus is to promote higher-order thinking skills and cooperative learning. Good resource.

Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity focuses on students' critical thinking, creative, and comprehension skills. Good resource.

Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. Enhances students' understanding of different types of writing and their own writing for different purposes. Good site.