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Activity
PBS

Pbs: Give Awards to Everyday Heroes

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Explain how everyday heroes are just as heroic as famous ones and list heroic things they do. Design and present awards to everyday heroes you know, including yourself.
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Lesson Plan
Utah State University

A Mini Unit of Gwendolyn Brooks

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
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 lesson!
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Lesson Plan: Future Possible Selves

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, students create future-self plans. When presented with the idea of future possible selves, students have the opportunity to identify who they want to be.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Write Now! Career Writing Prompts: Director of Operations

For Students 9th - 10th
This Career Clip features Jim Kressler, Director of Operations, Bosch-Rexroth Corporation, Allentown, PA. Jim says that his best career advice for anyone is to believe in your self. Confidence in yourself helps you divide and conquer any...
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Other

Isaca: A Young Professional's Guide to Career Success Using Soft Skills

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the importance of soft skills such as communication, self confidence and work ethic, along with the reasons these skills are highly desired by employers.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Teens Health

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish versions of articles from TeenHealth's comprehensive database of information on health topics of interest to teenagers and young adolescents, such as puberty, eating disorders, self-esteem, and drugs and alcohol. English language...
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Take a 2nd Look"

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This strategy's focus is to promote higher-order thinking skills and cooperative learning.
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Activity
Live Wire Media

Good Character: Teaching Guides for Middle School

For Teachers 6th - 8th
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...
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Do You Mean?"

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
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.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Do You Mean?"

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Excellent classroom activities for building young scholars' character. Used to motivate students to use higher-level thinking skills, read, and develop an appreciation for their culture. Good resource.
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Activity
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Take a 2nd Look"

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This strategy's focus is to promote higher-order thinking skills and cooperative learning. Good resource.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "What Size?"

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity encourages students to use their knowledge and experiences, mathematical skills, and higher-order thinking skills.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "What Size?"

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st Standards
Excellent classroom activities for building students' character. This activity encourages students to use their knowledge and experiences, mathematical skills, and higher-order thinking skills.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Read Write Count"

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
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.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Read Write Count"

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
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.
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Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: How Can I Feel Better About My Body

For Students 3rd - 8th
Many kids don't like the way they look. If you are unhappy with yourself because you do not like your looks, read here to find some ideas about feeling better about yourself.
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Article
American Academy of Family Physicians

Aafp: The Female Athlete Triad

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from the American Family Physician journal is designed for female athletes. It includes the definition, risk factors, signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the female athlete triad.
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Article
BBC

Bbc News: Selfie Body Image Warning Issued

For Students 9th - 10th
Could too much involvement in social media cause body image issues. Read about what current research says on the subject.
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Article
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: California Public Media Education Service: How a Preschool Founder Fosters Anti Racism

For Students Pre-K - K
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.
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Activity
Chase Young, PhD

Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: I Like Myself! [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
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.
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Other

Embrace the Future: Resilient Kids

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Sesame Street: Veterans

For Students Pre-K - K
In every adventure, some things change, but others stay the same. Use this page as a way to talk about the things that are the same, things that are different, and things that you'd like to keep the same, perhaps family traditions or...
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Other

Soundpiper Music: Music for Children, Teachers and Parents

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Song lyrics and sound files (in Real Audio format) along with resources for teachers and parents to help incorporate music into classrooms and homes to aid learning. CDs of the songs are available for purchase.
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Other

Great Schools: A Parent's Guide to Helping With Learning Difficulties

For Students 9th - 10th
Understanding how to help a child that is having difficulties in school is an important step towards success. This site provides free information and support for parents and educators looking to provide support for a child struggling...

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