Character Education Resources (by date, oldest first)

Tired students? Have trouble getting your kids to bed? Try to create a nighttime ritual of relaxation. This yoga sequence is sure to do the trick.

Enjoy 5 poses to get you and your children in the mood for resting and relaxation. Includes sphinx, child's pose, fish, bound angle, and legs on the wall. Each pose has an uplifting mantra to think or say aloud.

A love meditation for children

This fun and simple writing activity includes places to write down what you're thankful for and brainstorm ways to give back this Thanksgiving! Perfect for older elementary and middle school students. Enjoy this freebie!

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Looking for other middle school printables?

Middle School Vocabulary Worksheet

Christmas Around the World - Who is/What is Cards

Winter Activities for Older Kids

Fall Activities for Older Kids - No Prep

Pumpkin Patch Field Trip Unit - Middle & High School

New Year Bucket List & Coloring Page *Free updates every year*

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6 File Folder Games

File folder games allow students opportunities to learn to through play. Communication and appropriate interactions are important skills they will need throughout life.

This set provides 6 different activities, however they each follow the same general rules, expectations, and idea. I use this with my kiddos that need practice turn taking, losing (students may lose a desired game piece), cooperation, following directions, matching and so much more. The games are easy in nature, however highly addictive for the competitive kids. This allows for opportunities with students in differing abilities.

The themes for the games are:

Fill the Wagon

Make a cake

Buggy Day

Laundry

Moon Walk

Ice Cream

Rules (some differences in games - this example is the Fill the wagon rules).

Contents & Prep:

• Print/Laminate 1 mat per person, use a expo marker to personalize wagons.  Each player will collect their items in their wagon.
• Print and laminate 4 dogs, 4 flowers, 4 ice cream, 4 bubbles, 1 book, 1 leaf pile - place them in the middle of the game board. 
• Print the game board and glue/laminate to a file folder
• Print and prepare dice (or use your own dice)

*For easy storage of game pieces attach an envelope to the back of the file folder prior to lamination.  Make a small slice in the lamination to release the top of the envelope.  Attach velcro to close.  

Object:  Be the first to collect all the items except the leaf pile in your wagon.   If you have the books or the leaf pile and someone else lands on it you have to give it to the other player.  

Choose your player:  Once you have chosen your player, place them on the board any spot will do!

Directions:  

1. Roll the dice and move your player.
2. Collect the pieces as you go and place them in your wagon.   You may only get one of each item!  
3. The first person to collect 1 dog, 1 flower, 1 ice cream, 1 bubble and the books wins!

For 2-4 players

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In this lesson, students identify leadership traits by researching leaders throughout history. They are provided with links to resources to help them research three individuals of their choice from three different time periods in history. Lists of leaders from each time period are provided to help them choose. Then, they use that information along with graphics, pictures and backgrounds from the Internet to create a finished presentation that explains the qualities of each leader, the similarities and differences, and add their own opinions and insights to the project as they learn how to apply leadership skills in their own life.

Two versions of instructions are provided to allow the lesson to be done individually or in small groups or partners. Projects can be presented in class or included on a website for viewing.

This is an excellent creative project to add to a unit in a career class, leadership class or to support a history/social studies unit. The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be used with upper elementary or high school students.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

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• Teacher & Student Notes and Resources

• Student Project Instructions, Expectations, and Grading Rubric (for individual projects)

• Student Project Instructions, Expectations, and Grading Rubric (for group products)

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Memories from the Year (video project) gives students an opportunity to share their memories from the school year as a culminating activity to the year. It uses the Web 2.0 tool, WeVideo, which is convenient for teachers and students since it does not require download. Students use existing pictures and videos or shoot additional ones and then combine those with WeVideo’s built in music to create a video retrospective of the year. The project was created for 7th and 8th graders but could easily be adapted to use with upper elementary through early high school.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included with this Lesson

• Teacher & Student Notes and Resources

• Video Project Instructions, Expectations & Grading Rubric

• Video Planning Worksheet

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⭐ "I'll Always Remember" - End of the Year PowerPoint Project
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⭐ Student Success Guidebook - Brochure Project

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The “Qualities of a Hero” project focuses on recognizing important values in everyday life and individuals. It also allows students to creatively utilize technology to express their ideas. Students start the project with a whole class discussion on heroism, which can include video presentations (see the teacher resources). They work with a team to identify and classify different individuals who might be considered heroes. An additional organizer is included to extend this activity to identifying hero qualities with their group, or the organizer can be used later in the individual lesson. Finally, students research a hero of choice and create an online poster which also includes the qualities they identified incorporated into a Wordle word-web collage.

This lesson was created to use for Patriot Day 9/11 to showcase how a disaster can bring out the best in people who react as heroes, but is a great lesson on values for anytime!

Files Included with this Lesson

• Teacher Notes and Resources (includes extension activities)

• Team Brainstorming Worksheet

• Team (or individual) Hero Qualities graphic organizer

• Research and Poster Project Expectations and Rubric

I've used this lesson with 7th and 8th graders and really enjoyed hearing some of the conclusions they drew about important life values. I hope your students enjoy it!

Note: Revision uploaded on 9/11/17 to correct one broken link in resources.

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In this lesson, students learn about Red Ribbon Week as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file.  Additionally, a word search puzzle (with answer key) is included to use for early finishers or as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

Materials Required:

· Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)

· Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)

· WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

· Word Search Puzzle (non-editable, .pdf)

· Word Search Puzzle Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· 1 (50 minute) class period

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Creating a Student Success Guidebook (brochure project) gives students an opportunity to share their knowledge and tips for success in middle school with the following year’s new incoming class of students. This is perfect for a technology or leadership class, or for a club that focuses on assisting students, such as Student Council. Students work in small teams to research an assigned topic about expectations in middle school, specific to their school. Next, they create one page of a brochure with their information which will finally be combined with the other teams’ pages to create a full brochure that can be published and distributed to incoming students. The project was created for 8th graders but could easily be adapted to use with 5th or 6th graders leaving elementary school and providing tips for success to new elementary students, or could be used by sophomores (or above) in high school to create a success guide for incoming high school freshmen.

Great end of year project!!

Files Included with this Lesson

• Teacher & Student Notes and Resources

• Brochure Project Instructions, Expectations & Grading Rubric

• Sample Brochure (non-editable .pdf)

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Setting SMART Goals is a lesson that helps students identify and plan goals for school or their personal life by utilizing the SMART method of goal planning (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely). This is a great lesson to start off a new semester or a new year.

In these lessons, students are provided with an introduction to the goals methodology and suggested resources for whole class activities are included to introduce the lessons. Next, students brainstorm with a small group and then work individually to craft their own individual goal. This project was created for middle school students but would easily be adaptable to any age group.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included with this Lesson

• Teacher Notes and Resources

• Introduction to SMART Goal Planning (student handout)

• Instructions for Group Brainstorming Activity

• Individual Goal Planning Brainstorming Worksheet

• Individual Goal Planning Final Goal Worksheet

• Follow up Activity (progress check)

• Project Rubric

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In this lesson, students learn about influential leaders from the 20th century and their work. Students choose an individual of interest (on their own or from a provided list) and then research specific information about them, creating a presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides or using a Web 2.0 tool. Teacher and student resources are provided for the lesson, along with full instructions and project expectation, including a grading rubric. A list of famous people from the 20th Century is included separately for student choice (or students can choose an individual of interest on their own). This list is also included as a sign-up sheet in case the teacher wants each student to do a different person. Two versions of the lesson are included to let teachers decide if they prefer to have students use the more traditional presentation tools of Microsoft Office or Google Slides or, if they prefer to give students a choice of those and various free Web 2.0 tools such as Prezi, eMaze, or Canva. Links for tutorials are provided for all suggested software choices in the student resources.

This lesson can be completed individually, in pairs or in groups, depending on the teacher’s preference. All resources are fully editable, so that it can be easily modified for any classroom.

Perfect for business, history, social studies or career exploration classes. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in any secondary classroom.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides (optional – Web 2.0 tools may be used)

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Student instructions, expectations and grading rubric – MS PowerPoint/Google Slides
• Student instructions, expectations and grading rubric – Choice of Web 2.0 tools, Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides
• Suggested list of famous people of the 20th Century for students
• Sign up sheet for famous people

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• 2-3 (50 minute) class periods
• Additional time for classroom presentation (optional and duration will depend on class size)

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

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This product contains 9 pages of classroom reward coupons that can be used any time of the year. Use these reward coupons to help with classroom management and motivate your students with easy and free rewards.

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• 9-page PDF file
• 18 different coupons
• 3 different themes that can be used all year

HOW IT WORKS

1. Easily print the coupons from your computer.

2. Cut out the coupons.

3. Establish a system for your classroom and the ways students can earn these coupons, such as handing in homework for the entire week or helping another student.

4. Use the coupons to motivate your students to get better and better every day.

WHO IS IT FOR?

• Elementary School Teachers: You'll love this as a resource to encourage your students to try their best and be kind to each other.

FEATURES

• Each page is 8.5" x 11", but you can adjust this in your printer settings.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

In addition to printing out this resource, you'll need scissors.

Teachers of all students can use these 12 pages of punch cards to educate their students about working towards a goal. They're great for creating motivation to perform well and be kind to others so they can get the reward from the completed punch card!

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• 12-page PDF file
• 4 different punch cards with different amounts of holes on them.
• 3 different colors that can be used all year

HOW IT WORKS

1. Easily print the punch cards from your computer.

2. Cut out the punch cards .

3. Establish a system for your classroom and the ways students can earn a hole in these punch cards, such as handing in homework for the entire week, helping another student, or cleaning up after themselves.

4. Use the punch cards to motivate your students to get better and better every day.

WHO IS IT FOR?

• Elementary School Teachers: You'll love this as a resource to encourage your students to try their best and be kind to each other.

FEATURES

• Each page is 8.5" x 11", but you can adjust this in your printer settings.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

In addition to printing out this resource, you'll need scissors.

Improve your students' communication skills with this engaging character education resource focused on genuine communication. Designed to help students who struggle to effectively express themselves, this comprehensive guide covers essential aspects such as active listening, proper responses, recognizing negative listening patterns, developing empathy, and giving and receiving constructive feedback. Empower your students to become confident and empathetic communicators with this invaluable educational tool.

Activities include:

• Identifying non-verbal language
• Learning negative listening styles and habits
• Identifying the feelings of other people
• Learning and practice attending skills and reflecting skills
• Learning how to handle positive and negative feedback.

The file is in PDF format.

It would be best if you had these programs to open up the files:

• Acrobat Reader or Acrobat Pro

Help your students thrive with this character education unit focusing on the important trait of RESPONSIBILITY. Encourage your students to be dependable, make good choices, and take accountability for their actions with this comprehensive resource. Designed to complement any Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum, this unit aids in building self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Equip your students with the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally.

Activities included:

• Responding Appropriately
• Establishing good habits and bad habits and a plan of action
• Identifying time wasters
• Learning to prioritize and organize
• Identifying their comfort zone and brave zone and how they feel about it
• Identifying fears and peer pressure and how to handle it.

The file is in PDF format.

It would be best if you had these programs to open up the files:

• Acrobat Reader or Acrobat Pro

This budget allowance tracker worksheet includes everything you need to help kids learn about the value of money while understanding the importance of saving.

Empower your child with financial responsibility using this simple and editable budget tracker. With designated spaces for income (allowance) and expenses, this chart helps your child develop essential money management skills. Teach them the importance of budgeting and financial accountability from an early age.

It includes: 12 Months of Budget Tracker for boys with clip art and no clip art background PDF file 12 Months of Budget Tracker for girls with clip art and no clip art background PDF file

This editable behavior tracker for kids motivates them to be kind and make good choices. They can earn rewards by consistently behaving well. The template comes with pre-filled checklist and a blank checklist. This is a monthly tracker and includes boy and girl versions.

This resource includes 5 PDF files • Editable Monthly Weekly Behavior Tracker For Girls - 2 version • Editable Monthly Weekly Behavior Tracker For Boys - 2 version • Blank Editable Monthly Weekly Behavior Tracker

This allowance tracker is fun, easy, and a great way to keep track of your kids’ allowances, chores, and saving goals. It will motivate your kids to do their basic daily tasks. This way your kids learn to earn money through work.

The best thing about this allowance tracker is it comes in boy and girl versions and without the boy and girl clip art. It also has blank templates to create daily chores and tasks.

What’s included: • 2 Boy and Girl clip art • 2 Version without Boy and Girl clip art • 2 Blank templates with boy and girl clip art • 2 Blank templates without boy and girl clip art

Introducing our delightful collection of 39 positive affirmation tags that are perfect for younger students! These tags are simple yet powerful, designed to help children foster positive self-talk and embrace their unique strengths. Ideal for classroom use, these tags serve as a fun and engaging way to recognize students and promote positive behavior. Each tag showcases an adorable food cutie image paired with a kid-friendly pun or play on words that is guaranteed to bring a smile to your students' faces. Encourage positivity and creativity in your classroom with these charming affirmation tags today!

What's included: 39 Food Pun Affirmation Tags in PDF

Some samples of food puns affirmation tags: *Orange You Proud Of Your Work (orange) *My Grades Are Poppin’ (popcorn) *We Made it to Fry-Day (fries) *Caught Being a Sweetie (candy) *You Are One In A Melon (watermelon) *Squeezing Out Great Work (lemons) *Going Bananas Over Your Work (bananas)

The files are in PDF format.

It would be best if you had these programs to open up the files:

• Acrobat Reader or Acrobat Pro

Introduce mindfulness practices to children and adults alike with this collection of eight beautifully crafted mindfulness coloring pages. Each page offers a unique design specifically curated to promote relaxation, focus, and inner peace through the therapeutic art of coloring.

BENEFITS:

• Stress Reduction: Coloring has been shown to lower cortisol levels and promote relaxation, making it an effective tool for stress management and self-care.
• Improved Focus: Engaging in mindful coloring encourages individuals to focus their attention on the present moment, helping to improve concentration and attention span.
• Emotional Regulation: The act of coloring can be soothing and therapeutic, providing individuals with a healthy outlet for processing emotions and reducing anxiety.
• Mind-Body Connection: Mindful coloring promotes a sense of mindfulness and awareness of the mind-body connection, allowing individuals to cultivate a greater sense of inner peace and well-being.
• Creativity: Coloring offers a creative outlet for self-expression and artistic exploration, allowing individuals to tap into their imagination and unleash their creativity.

IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.