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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Martin Seligman on Positive Psychology

For Students 9th - 10th
As Martin Seligman discusses the state of psychology today, he introduces the eleventh reason to be positive. [23:46]
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: How to Say What You're Really Feeling

For Teachers 5th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about sharing your feelings and listening when others share theirs. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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EL Education

El Education: Adolescence by Adolescents

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This "field guide" was created by 7th and 8th grade students in Vergennes, Vermont, as part of a Learning expedition called Adolescent Odyssey and was meant to be a "user's manual" to students' changing bodies. Eighty students did...
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Lesson Plan
Live Wire Media

Good Character: Appreciating Yourself

For Teachers K - 1st
Learn how to teach children to appreciate themselves through activities, writing prompts, and discussion questions about self worth.
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Handout
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Dark Side of the Mood: Dealing With Depression

For Students 9th - 10th
This guide describes the causes of depression, its symptoms, and potential treatments (including "alternative" choices). It also debunks depression myths. Site provided by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
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Handout
Other

American Academy of Pediatrics: 10 Things Parents Can Do to Prevent Suicide

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers information about risk factors that can put a teen at risk of suicide.
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Website
Other

Teenage Growth and Development: 15 17

For Students 9th - 10th
As a teen approaches adulthood, a sense of autonomy has replaced some of the feelings of insecurity associated with physical development. This article looks at some of these new developments and provides parents with tips on how to...
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Website
PBS

Pbs News Hour: Rothko's Legacy

For Students 9th - 10th
Transcript of NewsHour's Paul Solman interviewing the art historian and Rothko biographer, Dore Ashton. Provides insight into the life and work of abstract expressionist Mark Rothko. Interview dated August 5, 1998.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Young Explorers

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Abby Brown explores the world through books and activities. Each topic addresses developmentally appropriate instructional themes for kids ages 4-9. Academic content is layered in with storylines of fun and adventure! Children of all...
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Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Small Fibs Snowball Into Larger Lies as Brain Adapts to Dishonesty

For Students 3rd - 8th
Chronic or compulsive lying has largely been considered a mental illness. However, a new study from the University College London suggests that there may be a biological explanation as well. The researchers believe that small,...
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Professional Doc
Louisiana Department of Education

Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Counselor Support Libraray

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A selection of Louisiana-specific activities to facilitate throughout School Counseling Week.
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Handout
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Sandy Hook Promise: Say Something: Student Leader Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
This easy-to-use guide is designed to assist peer leaders and SAVE Promise Club members in sustaining Say Something throughout the year. It includes tips for getting started, key action steps and messages to emphasize, and ideas,...
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Website
Other

The Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy

For Students 9th - 10th
The Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy offers a certificate program for people who want to be practitioners in aromatherapy.
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Article
Other

Lorea Martinez: 3 Steps to Increase Students' Self Awareness

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Students (and adults) who can identify their strengths will be more likely to build on them to improve their areas of growth; they will probably have greater motivation and will be more self-confident. Here are 3 suggested steps to talk...

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