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| Writing Prompt: Dealing with a Teaser (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" With larger lines for younger writers. |
| Worksheet: Manners - Identifying Best Behaviors (upper elem/middle) |
"Which of the following is a way to show respect for your elders?" 18 multiple choice questions. |
| Word Search: Don't Litter! |
From "litter" to "world". |
| Sign: Manners |
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| Sign: Manners |
Illustrated, full-color center sign. |
| Poster: Manners - Visiting People |
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| Poster: Manners - Using the Telephone |
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| Poster: Manners - Taking Turns |
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| Poster: Manners - Sleepovers |
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| Poster: Manners - Shopping |
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| Poster: Manners - Respecting Privacy |
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| Poster: Manners - Respecting Elders |
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| Poster: Manners - Receiving Gifts |
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| Poster: Manners - Public Transportation |
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| Poster: Manners - Please and Thank You |
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| Poster: Manners - Parties |
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| Poster: Manners - Meeting People |
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| Poster: Manners - Eating in Restaurants |
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| Poster: Manners - Coughing and Sneezing |
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| Poster: Manners - Chewing Gum |
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| Poster: Manners - Answering the Telephone |
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| Poster: Manners (full set) |
Our full "manners posters" set, showing and explaining some basic manners, from "answering the telephone" to "respecting your elders." |
| Poster: Gratitude Is an Attitude |
with a picture of a man taking a bow |
| Fiction: Missed Manners (upper elem/middle) |
"Even when they’re vanquishing bad guys, secret agents always have impeccable manners." A fictional story about secret agent training (with real table manners), followed by multiple choice, short answer and essay questions. |
| Early Reader: Don't Litter |
This easy reader booklet is great for Earth Day or any time. |
| Certificate: Manners (multi-age) |
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| Booklet: Manners (multi-age) |
Booklet for reviewing some manners basics: answering a phone, being a guest or a host, and more. |
| Book: The Grouchy Ladybug (primary) |
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension of Eric Carle's story of a ladybug who didn't say "please" and "thank you". |
| Book: Froggy Eats Out (primary) |
Review comprehension and enhance vocabulary with this book unit, which accompanies Jonathan London's story about a frog learning about restaurant manners. |
| Book: Clifford's Manners (primary/elem) |
"Everyone loves Clifford, the big red dog, because Emily Elizabeth has taught him such beautiful manners."
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension of this book from Norman Bridwell's popular "Clifford" series. |
| Behavior Poster: Table Manners - Utensils |
Overview explanation for "Use the right utensils." |
| Behavior Poster: Table Manners - Follow Your Host |
Explanation for "Follow your host." |
| Behavior Poster: Table Manners - Feedback |
Explanation for "Only make positive comments about the food" and
"Praise at least one thing at every meal." |
| Behavior Poster: Table Manners - Excuse Yourself |
Explanation for "Excuse yourself and go to the restroom for anything that wouldn’t be appropriate at the table." |
| Behavior Poster: Table Manners |
This poster lists some basic table manners. |
| Comparing Stories: Braving Peer Pressure (upper elem) |
Rosa and Thomas both have ideas about peer pressure and bravery, but they have different ways of responding. Compare the two stories using charts; answer short questions; make predictions about the future. A good character education lesson. |
| Certificate: Character Ed. - Participation, Problem Solving |
Awards for participation and problem solving. |
| Certificate: Character Ed. - Caring, Citizenship |
Awards for caring and citizenship. |
| Certificate: Character Ed. - Cooperation, Effort |
Awards for cooperation and effort. |
| Writing Prompt: Creativity |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses the conflict between doing what is expected, and doing what is creative. |
| Writing Prompt: Defending Friends |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses defending a friend who is being mocked. |
| Writing Prompt: Defending Friends (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses defending a friend who is being mocked. |
| Writing Prompt: Did She Steal It? (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses suspecting a friend of wrongdoing. |
| Writing Prompt: Did She Steal the Money? |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses suspecting a friend of wrongdoing. |
| Certificate: Character Ed. - Friendship, Fairness |
Awards for friendship and fairness. |
| Writing Prompt: Empathy (upper elem/middle) |
In pairs, students work on basic skills required for empathy. |
| Writing Prompt: Exchange Student (upper elem/middle) |
"He is concerned about how the student will fit in with his friends." |
| Writing Prompt: False Accusations |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses what to do when accused of something you didn't do. |
| Writing Prompt: False Accusations (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses what to do when accused of something you didn't do. |
| Writing Prompt: Fighting |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses fighting at school. |
| Writing Prompt: Fighting (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses fighting at school. |
| Writing Prompt: Finders Keepers? (primary/elementary) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses returning found money. |
| Writing Prompt: Grandpa Joe (primary/elementary) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses spending time with older relatives. |
| Writing Prompt: Judging Others |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses judging people based on race or national origin. |
| Writing Prompt: Judging Others (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses judging others. |
| Writing Prompt: New Friend (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses friendship and social issues. |
| Writing Prompt: Parents' Divorce |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses learning a friend's secret. |
| Writing Prompt: Parents' Divorce (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses divorce. |
| Writing Prompt: Peer Pressure (upper elem/ middle) |
"Recently, more and more of her friends are doing things that make her uncomfortable." |
| Writing Prompt: Revenge? |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses whether it's right to get back at a bully. |
| Writing Prompt: Sharing Answers |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses copying answers. |
| Writing Prompt: Sharing Answers (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses sharing answers in class. |
| Writing Prompt: Sharing Credit |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses sharing the credit... but not sharing the workload. |
| Writing Prompt: Sharing Credit (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses sharing credit but not sharing work. |
| Writing Prompt: Shyness |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses speaking up when you need help. |
| Writing Prompt: Shyness (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses shyness. |
| Writing Prompt: Stealing |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses petty theft. |
| Writing Prompt: Stealing & Confessing (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses theft and honesty. |
| Writing Prompt: Stealing (primary/elementary) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses petty theft. |
| Writing Prompt: Stealing and Confessing |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses stealing and confessing. |
| Writing Prompt: Teasing and Guilt |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses guilty feelings after teasing someone unfairly. |
| Writing Prompt: Teasing and Guilt (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses teasing. |
| Writing Prompt: The Long Line (primary/elementary) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses patience and lying to get ahead. |
| Writing Prompt: The Wrong Change (upper elem/middle) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses honesty when someone makes a mistake in your favor. |
| Writing Prompt: Whisperers... or Cheaters? |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses whether to tell on people who might be cheating. |
| Certificate: Character Ed. - Honesty, Initiative |
Awards for honesty and initiative. |
| Writing Prompt: Whisperers... or Cheaters? (larger) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses whether or not to turn in friends one suspects of cheating. |
| Comparing Stories: Baking Cookies (elem/ upper elem) |
Nancy and Angela both want a snack; both girls decide to bake cookies. But there the stories diverge. Compare the two stories using charts; answer short questions; make predictions about the future. A good character education lesson. |
| Comparing Stories: Bike Riding (elem/ upper elem) |
Jason and Malcolm both wake up wanting a bike ride, but the boys have very different ways of doing what they want. Compare the two stories using charts; answer short questions; make predictions about the future. A good character education lesson. |
| Comparing Stories: Playing Sports (elem/ upper elem) |
Meredith and Alexis both play sports, but their styles and attitudes couldn't be more different. Compare the two girls and the adults in their lives using charts and outlines. A good character education lesson. |
| Fable: Aesop and Fitting In (elementary) |
This unit uses the story of the miller, his son, and their donkey as a foundation for talking about fitting in. With imaginative writing and drawing prompts (and a word search!), as well as comprehension questions, this is a fun introduction to Aesop AND a solid lesson on character education and critical thinking skills. Available at four levels. |
| Fable: Aesop and Fitting In (middle school) |
This unit uses the story of the miller, his son, and their donkey as a foundation for talking about fitting in. With imaginative writing and drawing prompts, as well as comprehension questions, this is a fun introduction to Aesop AND a solid lesson on character education and critical thinking skills. Available at four levels. |
| Fable: Aesop and Fitting In (upper elementary) |
This unit uses the story of the miller, his son, and their donkey as a foundation for talking about fitting in. With imaginative writing and drawing prompts, as well as comprehension questions, this is a fun introduction to Aesop AND a solid lesson on character education and critical thinking skills. Available at four levels. |
| Fable: Aesop and Unity (elementary) |
This unit uses three of Aesop's shorter fables as a foundation for talking about unity. With imaginative writing and drawing prompts, as well as comprehension questions, this is a fun introduction to Aesop AND a solid lesson on character education and critical thinking skills. Available at four levels. |
| Fable: Aesop and Unity (upper elementary) |
This unit uses three of Aesop's shorter fables as a foundation for talking about unity. With imaginative writing and drawing prompts, as well as comprehension questions, this is a fun introduction to Aesop AND a solid lesson on character education and critical thinking skills. Available at four levels. |
| Fables: Aesop and Unity (primary) |
This unit uses three of Aesop's shorter fables as a foundation for talking about unity. With imaginative writing and drawing prompts, as well as comprehension questions, this is a fun introduction to Aesop AND a solid lesson on character education and critical thinking skills. Available at four levels. |
| Poster: Life Skills - Courage |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Commitment (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Confidence (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Conflict Resolution |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Cooperation |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Cooperation (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Courage (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Creativity (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Curiosity |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Curiosity (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Decision Making |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Decision Making (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Effort |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Effort (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Empathy |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Empathy (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Enthusiasm (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Fairness |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Flexibility |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Flexibility (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Forgiving |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Forgiving (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Friendship |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Friendship (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Goal-Setting |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Goal-Setting (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Honesty (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Independence |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Independence (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Initiative |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Initiative (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Integrity |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Integrity (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Listening |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Listening (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Organization |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Organization (stick figure) |
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| Life Skills Poster - Participation (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Patience |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Patience (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Perseverance |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Perseverance (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Politeness (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Pride (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Problem Solving |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Problem Solving (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Reliability (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Reliabilty |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Respect |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Respect (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Responsibility |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Responsibility (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Self Esteem |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Self-Control |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Self-Control (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Self-Discipline |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Self-Esteem (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Sense of Humor |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Sense of Humor (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Teamwork (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Tolerance |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Tolerance (stick figure) |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Trustworthiness |
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| Poster: Life Skills - Trustworthiness (stick figures) |
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| Small Badges: Character Pillars |
fairness, citizenship, caring, respect, trustworthiness and responsibility. |
| Values: Cooperation (elem/ upper elem) |
"John doesn't want to work with Mark." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Forgiveness (elem/ upper elem) |
A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Punctuality (elem/ upper elem) |
"Jen was still tired when her alarm clock rang, so she slept a little longer..." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Sporstmanship (elem/ upper elem) |
"Carrie's teammates don't always like playing soccer with her..." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Writing Prompt: A Sad Recess (primary/elementary) |
Part of the abcteach character-education series, which introduces children to challenging life skills decisions and asks them, "What would you do if this happened to you?" This one addresses helping a schoolmate after a death in the family. |
| Values: Responsibility (elem/ upper elem) |
"Alejandro wanted a dog." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Trustworthiness (elem/ upper elem) |
"She looked at the spelling test quickly and then hid it in her desk." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Cheerfulness (elem/ upper elem) |
"All Patrick's teammates enjoy his enthusiasm, and they have even more fun at practice..." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Empathy (elem/ upper elem) |
"Martin decided that he wouldn't let Sophia search all by herself the way he'd had to." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Values: Initiative (elem/ upper elem) |
"After dinner, they have Michael do his homework and ask him if he has questions about it. Then at night, they tell him when to go to bed." A fictional reading comprehension designed to help teach students character education. Reflective short answer questions can be used for discussion or writing practice. |
| Poster: Life Skills - Justice (stick figure) |
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| Worksheet: Manners - Identifying Reasons (upper elem/middle) |
"Why should you open the door for another person?" 18 multiple choice questions |
| Poster: Life Skills - Kindness (stick figure) |
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