University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "What Size?"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity encourages students to use their knowledge and experiences, mathematical skills, and higher-order thinking skills.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "What Size?"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity encourages students to use their knowledge and experiences, mathematical skills, and higher-order thinking skills.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Read Write Count"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. Activity allows students to build their critical thinking skills, as well as math concepts and the relationships between reading, writing, and thinking.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Read Write Count"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. Activity allows students to build their critical thinking skills, as well as math concepts and the relationships between reading, writing, and thinking.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Take a 2nd Look"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This strategy's focus is to promote higher-order thinking skills and cooperative learning.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Do You Mean?"
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.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Do You Mean?"
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.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Take a 2nd Look"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This strategy's focus is to promote higher-order thinking skills and cooperative learning. Good resource.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Picture Stories"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity focuses on students' critical thinking, creative, and comprehension skills. Good resource.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Picture Stories"
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity focuses on students' critical thinking, creative, and comprehension skills. Good resource.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Character Education: My Name Is Me
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. The purpose of this activity is to build students' awareness and appreciation of who they are through enhancement of their skills. Good resource.
Chase Young, PhD
Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: I Like Myself! [Pdf]
A reader's theater script for Karen Beaumont's children's book, I Like Myself!, is provided on these pages. Eighteen character roles are needed in this activity.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Pre K 12 Resources for New School Routines: Creative Problem Solving Bingo: Pre K and K
These weekly activities are cross-curricular but emphasize Social-Emotional Learning, Math, and Literacy development. This week (January 4th), we are working on problem-solving.m
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: California Public Media Education Service: How a Preschool Founder Fosters Anti Racism
We must become vigilant regarding anti-racism and stop sweeping racism under the rug. Learn a few tips on how to do that in this PBS SoCal blog.
Other
Embrace the Future: Resilient Kids
Advice about strengthening your ability to bounce back from adversity. Learn key skills, such as problem solving, making friends, and positive thinking, that will help you stay happy, healthy, and productive.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Clifford El Gran Perro Colorado: Vamos Hacer Musica!
Exploremos la musica en casa y en clase con instrumentos hechos en casa.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Depression
This site from the MayoClinic.com provides great information on the disorder known as depression. The article covers information on the signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, screening, complications, treatment, self-care, and more.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Strategies for Empowering Students
Use this site to focus on character education and building an understanding of diversity and cultural heritage. This excellent site provides classroom activity exercises for students in the primary, intermediate, and upper level. It is a...
Utah State University
A Mini Unit of Gwendolyn Brooks
Nice lesson plan for grades 5-6 that explores poetry and personal expression through the work of Gwendolyn Brooks. Has lots of activities but could easily be modified for time. Has nearly everything you need to do the activity!
Other
The Buddy System
The Buddy System is a show that "features songs about expression of feelings, friendship skills, peaceful problem solving, anger management and self-esteem. It is designed to support violence prevention programs through music in a fun...
Council for Economic Education
Econ Ed Link: I Can Dream Anything!
Go to this site for fun activities and a great lesson plan on personal choices and specialization. This lesson plan provides the primary teacher with an excellent opportunity to incorporate a character education lesson plan on...
Other
Do something.org
Do Something is a nationwide network of young people who know they can make a difference in their communities and take action to change the world around them. As part of Do Something, young people are asked what they want to do to make...
Other
Duke: Center for Inquiry Based Learning
Duke University has established the Center for Inquiry-Based Learning. It serves to enhance math and science lessons. Click on Resources for good examples of Inquiry-based lesson plans.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Why Exercise Is Wise
Some people know that exercising is beneficial, but still find reasons why it isn't a priority. This article relates the importance of exercising and how it can improve your mind and body. Links to similar sites are provided as well.