Elementary School Character Education Lesson

Empower your middle school classroom with our comprehensive "Empathy Lesson Plan," expertly crafted for teachers focusing on Social Emotional Learning (SEL), character education, and behavior improvement. This versatile resource is designed to resonate with students across all subjects, including Special Education and intervention programs. This is the perfect lesson set for the new school year of 2024!

What's Inside?

• Engaging Empathy Video & Discussion Prompt: Start your class with an inspiring video about empathy, followed by thought-provoking questions to engage students right away.
• Differentiated Reading Texts: Includes leveled texts on empathy featuring Fred Rogers, Malala Yousafzai, and Doctors Without Borders, perfect for 4th, 6th, and 8th-grade reading levels. Each story exemplifies empathy in a relatable and inspiring way, tailored for diverse learning needs.
• Reflection Writing Prompt: Encourage deep thinking with a text-to-self connection writing prompt, helping students relate the lessons of empathy to their own lives.
• 'Walk in My Shoes' Coloring Activity: A creative exercise where students share aspects of their lives and perspectives, promoting empathy and understanding among classmates.
• Empathy Interviews: Foster meaningful conversations with guided empathy interviews, allowing students to explore and understand each other's experiences and emotions.

Key Features:

• Behavior and Character Development Focus: This resource is specially designed to address classroom behaviors by nurturing positive character traits through empathy.
• Adaptable Across All Subjects: Ideal for middle school teachers of various subjects, looking to integrate character education into their curriculum.
• Ready-to-Use: No prep needed, available in easy-to-use formats, perfect for busy educators. Choose between a print-and-go PDF or an editable Google Slides version.

Perfect for creating a more empathetic, understanding, and supportive classroom environment, this lesson plan is an essential tool for enhancing student behavior and emotional intelligence. Whether you're resetting for a new school year, dealing with challenging behaviors, or aiming to strengthen your students' character, this empathy-focused resource is tailored to make your teaching experience more impactful and rewarding.

Check out the other resources in this series:

• Character Education Middle School: Teamwork SEL digital lesson, video, writing (TeachShare.com)
• Character Education Middle School: Resilience SEL digital lesson, video, writing (TeachShare.com)

Build a strong foundation with this Bible lesson and activity pack for kids, "God made me wonderfully"! It includes Bible lesson mini books, teacher lesson book, a keepsake craft to create, and no prep printables!

Sunday School teachers and classroom teachers alike will find all the time-saving resources needed to inspire and engage kids in Biblical TRUTHS found in Psalm 139 plus details of Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 29:11, and more!

Biblical Truths Taught:

They will learn all about how we were created in God's image, how He knew us before we were born and has a wonderful plan for our lives. They will hear how the Bible tells us that we are all unique and wonderfully made by Him, each with special gifts we can use to love God and others! They will hear the truths of God's love for them and be able to say, " Wow God, You are so wonderful!"

This makes a great beginning-of-the-year or end-of-the-year activity!

You will want to come back to this year after year!

Included:

• Bible Lesson Book-Teacher Edition

Full sized, colorful large print pages. For read aloud, virtual learning, Sunday School, morning basket and more! Engaging and detailed telling of the lesson.

• Mini Bible Lesson Book- Student Edition

Abbreviated telling of the lesson on mini pages in black and white so students can color! Great for take home or small groups.

• Emergent Reader

Practice reading with Bible stories! For littles who are starting to read, this is a great practice in phonics and sight words. Simple telling of the lesson.

• Memory Verse Poster/Coloring

Two coloring pages with the Bible Verse in the lesson: Psalm 139:14 & Jer. 29:11

Writing

• Workbook: Biblically Integrated skill sheets

Learn about letters, phonics, numbers, counting writing, mazes, and more while integrating the Bible lesson!

Playing

• Psalm 139 Painting Handprint Activity

This one is going to be put on the fridge! Students will paint their unique handprint on the paper to look like a flower growing. Paint activity for keeps!

Creating

• All About Me

Easy Peasy and perfect for Back to School or Sunday School! Students fill out all the things about them that make them special! Get to know them while they learn they were created wonderfully!

Singing

• Original Song

Use this simple and easy original little song to help children remember the lesson. Set to the tune of a familiar nursery song, it will help littles learn the lesson quickly!

• Playlist

I always include a list and links to great Kids Music, Contemporary Christian, Worship Songs and Hymns that have the same message and theme as the lesson. You could lead the kids in worship, sing along or simply have them playing while you learn and play.

Be Kind, Be Safe, and Do Your Job are the only school rules you need! I have taught for 33 years, in three different districts. I have seen many school-wide rules instituted, but these are the only ones that stuck! Our district has used these for years! These rules are simple and easy to remember. All other rules can fit under these main rules. This resource includes a poster for each of the three rules and suggested books to read to your class for each rule to help facilitate discussion. A student booklet for each student to complete, take home, and share with their families is also included.

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Introduce Pre-K through fifth graders to the concepts of compare and contrast with easy to follow, fun, interactive sheets. Students use small group activities to reinforce compare and contrast skills, Introduces diversity and uniquenesses students can celebrate in the classroom! Includes: Directions Topic Sheet Planning Sheet Fill-in-the-Blanks (Circles & Venn) Rough Draft Lined Writing Sheet Final Essay Lined Writing Sheet Dogs and Cats Example & Activity Sheet (Circles & Venn) Flowers and Trees Example & Activity Sheet (Circles & Venn) Airplanes and Ships Example & Activity Sheet (Circles & Venn) Themed Images for Displaying Paragraphs

Get your students thinking about kindness with this quick presentation. Students will get to use their detective skills to decide whether a situation is showing kindness or not. Students will then get to reflect on the importance of kindness and how they can show kindness at home and school. Can be used for 1:1 or group sessions.

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10 situational scenarios

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This bundled product includes some great sorting activities, cut and paste, checklists, pocket chart activities, posters, and writing prompts to get your students thinking about making good choices and help improve behavior management in your class. Classroom management is key to success before students can begin to learn. Young students need explicit instruction about ways in which they can make wise decisions about their behavior. Get your students actively involved in ways to make better choices. Check out the product preview and each product link above to get a better idea of what you will be receiving.

You will receive posters, sorting activities, pocket chart activities, cut and paste worksheets, and desk incentives in this bundle. There are also ways to differentiate instruction as you will find primary and secondary lined paper.

Have an amazing school year!

This documents have 170 pages of activities, games, printables and teachable slides.

I cover:

• Confidence and identity
• Social and cultural impacts on identity
• Stereotyping and influencing
• Self-regulation
• Anxiety and stress
• Coping mechanisms

Many activities come with step-by-step instructions, discussion prompts to guide your teaching. The activities you'll find in this bundle include:

• "Juste en me regardant" (an activity on identity)
• "Tout est dans le nom" (an activity on the history of our name)
• "Solidarité en identité" (an activity on sharing identity)
• "Ma carte d'identité" (an activity on creating an identification card)
• "Réflechir sur mon identité" (a reflexive activity)
• "De combien de façons es-tu intelligent?" (a multiple intelligences quiz)
• "Mes intelligences multiples" (a short questionnaire on learning styles)
• "Mes intelligences multiples" (reflection questions)
• "Vous n'en trouverez jamais un autre comme moi" (a collage project as an end-of-unit activity)
• "Une réflexion sur mes sentiments" (thinking about what helps or hinders our emotional states)
• "Gérer mes pensées" (reflection questions on our thoughts)
• "Positif ou négatif?" (a group activity on categorizing thoughts and then creating their own categorizing game)
• "Garder le positif!" (managing my thoughts and feelings)
• "Trier mes sentiments" (a sorting activity for negative and positive thoughts)
• "Pensées... Sentiments... Actions" (a retrospective activity on a frustrating situation)
• "Changer votre façon de penser" (activity on changing our feelings, thoughts and actions)
• "Démêler mes réactions" (evaluating healthy responses to negative situations)
• "Miroir... mon beau miroir" (an art activity on depicting negative and positive facial reactions)
• "Visages émotionnels" (an art activity on drawing feelings on faces)
• "Ressentir les sentiments" (an art activity on drawing feelings)
• "Ma playlist adaptée à moi" (a musical activity to have students creating a playlist suited to their multiple emotions)
• "Technique d'apaisement" (A calming technique for anxious moments)
• Petites textes à lire (les sautes d'humeur et l'irritabilité, la conscience de soi, maniérismes spécifiques aux sexes, la pression par les pairs)
• "Éjaculations et érections" (a short text with questions)
• "La puberté" (tableau SVA)
• "Entrevue avec un grand" (in relation to growing and puberty - in both English and French depending on parents' languages)
• "Ma liste de vérification" (a guide to girl's being prepared for their period)
• "L'hygiène personnelle" (tableau SVA)
• "L'hygiène personnelle - Le TOP 5!" (small competitive group activity)
• "Chère Sophie" (multiple activities on asking uncomfortable questions and answering them with respect and kindness).

Dive deep into Louis Sachar's heartwarming novel "There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom" with this comprehensive 9-week novel study designed for grades 5-6. This unit plan goes beyond traditional comprehension questions to focus on socio-emotional learning and character education, making it perfect for teachers looking to foster empathy, self-awareness, and personal growth in their students.

Key Features:

9-week detailed plan with daily activities and homework assignments

Strong emphasis on socio-emotional learning and character development

Engaging activities that promote self-reflection, empathy, and critical thinking

Variety of learning formats including discussions, role-plays, creative writing, and art projects

Flexible design allowing for adaptation to different class schedules and needs

Weekly Themes:

• First Impressions
• Friendship & Social Connections
• Self-Esteem & Self-Talk
• Bullying & Its Effects
• The Power of Counseling & Support
• Personal Growth & Transformation
• Empathy & Understanding Others
• Making Positive Choices
• Reflection & Application

This novel study encourages students to:

• Analyze character development and motivations
• Reflect on their own experiences and growth
• Practice empathy and perspective-taking
• Develop strategies for building self-esteem and positive relationships
• Apply lessons from the book to real-life situations

Includes:

• Detailed daily lesson plans
• Learning objectives for each week
• Printable worksheets and activity templates
• Discussion prompts and reflection questions
• Ideas for extension activities and final projects

Perfect for:

• English Language Arts classes
• Character education programs
• Social-emotional learning curriculum
• Guidance counselor support materials

Help your students connect deeply with this powerful story while developing crucial life skills. This novel study not only enhances reading comprehension but also nurtures emotional intelligence and personal growth.

Download now and transform your classroom into a space of empathy, self-discovery, and positive change!

EXPLORING EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS FOR LITTLE LEARNERS

Are you searching for an engaging and practical way to teach young children about the executive functioning skill of self-checking? "My Self-Checking Seal" Lesson and Craft is an innovative resource designed to introduce and reinforce this crucial skill in a fun and memorable manner. Ideal for educators, school counselors, and parents, this comprehensive lesson plan combines an enchanting story, insightful tips, and a delightful craft activity to engage children in the process of learning to self-check their actions and work.

Through the adventures of a seal who learns the value of reviewing his actions, children are introduced to the concept of self-checking in an accessible and engaging way. This resource is perfect for those looking to integrate executive functioning skills into early education, school counseling programs, or home learning activities.

THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:

1. Inspiring Story to Read: Dive into a story that follows a seal as it discovers the importance of self-checking, making mistakes, and learning from them. This narrative is designed to resonate with young minds, illustrating self-checking in a relatable context.
2. Executive Functioning Tip Sheet: Gain valuable insights with a tip sheet that offers strategies and practical tips for teaching children the skill of self-checking. This resource is invaluable for educators, school counselors, and parents looking to support children's development in executive functioning.
3. "Build Your Own Self-Checking Seal" Craft: Reinforce the lesson with a hands-on craft activity. Children can create their own Self-Checking Seal using the provided templates, available in both black and white for coloring and full color. This engaging activity not only solidifies the learning experience but also enhances fine motor skills.

"My Self-Checking Seal" Lesson and Craft offers a unique approach to teaching the executive functioning skill of self-checking. By engaging with this resource, children embark on a journey of discovery, learning the value of reviewing their actions and work in a supportive and interactive environment.

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Introducing the AVID Mini Socratic Seminar resource, "Roadblocks to Good Grades." This digital product is designed to help students identify and overcome common obstacles to academic success. Whether it's struggling with time management, feeling disengaged in class, lacking academic support, or feeling unfamiliar with content and skills, this Mini Socratic Seminar has something for everyone.

Using this resource, students will be able to choose a table where one of the resource category posters is displayed that they relate to the most. Once seated, they will engage in a meaningful dialogue with their peers using a team leader to facilitate the conversation. The discussions will be based on a set of questions provided in a Google Slides presentation.

Through this interactive seminar, students will be able to share their experiences, gain new insights, and discover practical strategies for overcoming the roadblocks that stand in the way of their academic success.

What's Included:

• definition slide
• purpose slide
• advantages slide
• preparation slide
• Mini Seminar directions slide
• 2 slides explaining roles and responsibilities
• slide for management tips
• set-up slide
• Essential question slide
• 10 Socratic Seminar guiding questions for roadblocks to good grades
• 4 Socratic Seminar Group signs
• Editable templates

Category Group Signs Included:

1. Procrastination, Organization, Study Habits, or Time Management – This area is for students who might have difficulties sitting down to study or even knowing what to study.

2. Disengaged in Delivery – This area is for students who might really dislike a class or find it uninteresting

3. Lack of Academic Support – This area is for students who might not have support structures at home to provide additional support in preparing for tests or finishing homework

4. Not Familiar with Content/Lacking Skills – This area is for students who might be in a course that requires them to write, read, or do computations that go beyond their skillset.)

Definition:
A Mini Socratic Seminar is a scholarly discussion of an essential question in which student opinions are shared and refined through dialogue with other students in small groups. In this mini format, the teacher or seminar leader facilitates the discussion for the small groups.

Seminar Directions:

• Students choose a group based on the category that best fits them.
• The teacher poses the essential question.
• Students respond to the question through note-taking.
• The teacher chooses a Socratic Seminar leader for each group.
• The leader facilitates the seminar discussion by guiding group members to a deeper and more clarified consideration of the ideas, respect for varying points of view, and adherence to and respect for the seminar process.
• Students may pose new questions when the discussion is exhausted. New questions posed must relate to students’ ideas and contributions in response to the initial essential question.
• Or leaders use the questions in the Google Slides to guide groups.
• Students write a summary by answering the EQ in their notes after the discussion.

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This Preschool/Pre-K product is a Bible Lesson focused on a positive character trait. The pages are simple and teach an important character trait in a way that is engaging and easy for the child to learn. There are enough pages to teach over a month of Sundays or pick and choose for one Sunday. This is a work of love in progress. Each lesson will start with an alphabet letter so eventually, there will be a bundle of 26 Bible Lessons with A-Z.

All pages are in color and B/W.

What you get:

• 3 “Lesson B - - Sweetness” sheets (color, B/W and real-life image)
• Fact sheet on the bee that applies to the character trait
• Jesus Moment – What can we learn about Jesus?
• Memory verse worksheets and poster
• 8 worksheets that teach the trait
• Art project with a Bible verse
• Puzzles with the character word(s)
• Song/poem
• 3X5 cards with the song/poem for quick access

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I designed this 5-page activity for my students to engage with during the Fall or at the start of the year, focusing on the Social Studies Citizenship unit. Students will read various scenarios and determine whether each one exemplifies good citizenship. This activity is perfect for reinforcing rules and character traits at the beginning of the year. I intend to use it as an independent task after a few days of instruction on citizenship. It can also serve as a graded assessment, quiz, or a follow-up activity after a mini-lesson on rules or citizenship. Be sure to check out my Good Citizen or Not sorting center, along with other citizenship and respect resources!

Empower students to stand up to peer pressure with Peer Pressure Gauge Social Emotional Learning Worksheets + ELA. This 98-page book companion features over 40 activities including an interactive read aloud lesson plan, providing 15-20 hours of engaging lessons. Perfect for whole group, small group, and independent work, ensuring comprehensive learning and growth through ELA and SEL activities. Develop essential skills in an interactive and supportive way, with a focus on standing up to peer pressure and anger management worksheets.

Overview

Peer Pressure Gauge Social Emotional Learning Worksheets + ELA is an all-encompassing resource designed to help children develop the skills to stand up to peer pressure. Aligned with the CASEL 5 Social-Emotional Competencies, this product integrates SEL and ELA skills through engaging activities and discussions.

What's Included

• SEL Objectives: Focus on standing up to peer pressure and making independent choices.

• Activities: Over 40 differentiated activities including:

  • SEL Skills: Coping with Peer Pressure, Helping a Friend Stand Up to Peer Pressure, Practice Saying “Yes” or “No”, Considering Choices, Famous and Brave (Rosa Parks, Malala Yousafzai, Jackie Robinson, Ryan Hreljac, Craig Kielburger).
  • ELA Skills: Making Predictions, Summarizing Fiction, Character Analysis, Compare and Contrast, Writing Prompts.

Benefits to Buyers

• Comprehensive Learning: Integrating both ELA and SEL skills allows teachers to address multiple learning goals simultaneously. This dual focus not only enhances literacy skills but also supports emotional development, making lessons more holistic and impactful.

• Engagement: Interactive read-aloud lesson plans with before, during, and after reading questions.

• Differentiation: Activities tailored for varied skill levels, ideal for differentiated instruction.

• Long-Term Use: Extensive activities ensure repeated use without redundancy, perfect for self-contained behavior programs.

Unique Features

• Real Photos: Activities include real photos to enhance connection and understanding.

• Variety: Over 40 activities provide 15-20 hours of instruction.

• Family Involvement: Notes to families with suggestions for home support.

About the Book

In "Peer Pressure Gauge," a children's book by Julia Cook, readers follow the story of Norbert, a student presented with a unique challenge by his teacher: trying anchovy jelly bean pizza. As the teacher introduces incentives to encourage participation, Norbert grapples with peer pressure, prompting an important lesson about the significance of making independent choices and resisting the influence of others.

This book is part of the "Building Relationships" series, which focuses on supporting social-emotional learning, and it is suitable for educators, parents, and young readers.

Start teaching resistance to peer pressure today with Social Emotional Learning Worksheets + ELA!

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Learn More: Interactive Readalouds for SEL and Literacy Skills

Discover the power of an interactive read aloud in promoting social-emotional learning (SEL) and literacy skills in children.

Whether you’re a teacher or a caregiver, learn how an interactive read aloud can positively transform young lives with this blog post: Interactive Read Alouds: How to Use Them to Promote SEL and Literacy Skills.

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Happy New Year! Kickstart the year with these Classroom Morning Meeting Lessons for Grades 2-4! These social-emotional learning lessons provide engaging slides that cover a full month of important topics like respect, responsibility, manners, and perseverance—essential for students at any grade level. Along with the slides, you’ll receive a student journal featuring daily writing prompts and reflection activities. These comprehensive lesson plans are easy to implement, flexible for any classroom schedule, and adaptable to your students' needs. Simply present the lesson, have students respond in their journals, and facilitate sharing through class discussions or turn-and-talk activities. Everything you need for a positive and productive classroom is ready to go! Perfect for morning meetings and social-emotional learning activities.

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Daily Slides

Are you wrecking your brain trying to come up with ideas on teaching preschoolers kindness? This resource is filled with preschool kindness activities that promote discussion, reflection and action. All you need to teach your preschool, pre-k and kindergarten students that kindness matters is in this resource.

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What's Included in this preschool kindness theme resource?

1. A detailed lesson plan (2 days) to help guide you with suggested books to read, guided discussion questions and instructions on how to use all the printables and being kind to others' activities.

2. Sorting Activity: This will get children thinking and talking about what kindness looks and feels like in school.

3. Worksheets: to record how we can be kind and how others have been kind to us.

4. Classroom Display: Ways to Show Kindness

5. Kindness Challenge Board: to encourage students to practice Ways to Be Kind.

6. Kindness Chain: Printable sheet to create your own classroom kindness chain.

7. Kindness and Appreciation Awards (Color & B&W): Use these to highlight acts of kindness. Encourage your students to give them to each other and notice when others are being kind to them.

8. Showing Appreciation to Community Helpers: Use the display poster to discuss how people in the community help us every day. Read the suggested book to help reinforce the idea that one act of kindness can change the world.

9. Printable Appreciation Notes: Use these to create notes to send to people in our community who help us.

10. Note home to families & Family Kindness Challenge: EDITABLE

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Unlock the potential of your students with these engaging Interactive Notebooks designed for teaching crucial skills like anger management, emotional regulation, friendship, and coping strategies. These interactive notebooks are perfect for fostering social-emotional learning (SEL) in a fun and engaging way.

What’s Inside this Download:

• Friend or Frenemy Interactive Book: Teach students to navigate complex social dynamics and differentiate between healthy and unhealthy friendships.
• How to Make a Friend Interactive Book: Equip students with the tools to build and maintain positive, lasting friendships.
• Girl's Group Interactive Book: Focused on empowering young girls with the skills to manage emotions and develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Boy's Group Interactive Book: Tailored to help boys understand and manage their emotions while fostering cooperative friendships.
• Superhero Self-Control Interactive Book: Harness the power of superheroes to teach children self-control and emotional resilience.

Why You'll Love This Bundle:

• Engaging & Interactive: Each session allows students to create their own book pages, making learning personalized and hands-on.
• Proven Success: These books are some of our best-sellers, highly praised for their effectiveness in enhancing student understanding and engagement.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for individual counseling sessions, small groups, or whole-class activities. Ideal for teachers, counselors, and parents looking for effective SEL resources.

Key Benefits:

• Boost Emotional Regulation: Students learn to recognize and manage their emotions through practical, creative activities.
• Improve Social Skills: Develop interpersonal skills that help children navigate their social world more effectively.
• Promote Positive Behavior: Encourages self-control and coping strategies that lead to better classroom and social behavior.

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This set introduces the power of empathy, social-emotional learning, social skills, growth mindset, character education, coping strategies, and self-awareness. Our Empathy Scenario Task Cards provide a comprehensive and enriching experience that nurtures children's empathy, compassion, and positive social interactions. Let us embark on this journey together, cultivating a generation of individuals who embrace empathy and make a positive difference in the world.

If you're looking for a lesson about the "Holidays Around the World," this resource is perfect for reading comprehension stories your class will enjoy. It includes topics for interesting class discussions, and also some fun activities! Find out more about the celebrations of Kwanzaa, Diwali, Hanukkah, and Epiphany. You will also learn how to play the Dreidel game, and how to make some delicious holiday desserts!

Included in this resource are:

*A list of suggested ways to use this lesson in the classroom

*A page that explains the importance of learning how people all over the world celebrate the holidays.

* Understanding Kwanzaa and the Seven Principles

* Interesting Stories, Comprehension Questions, and Answer Keys for:

"The Magical Reindeer of Santa Claus"

"Befana: Italy's Epiphany Witch"

"Three Kings Day in France" (including a recipe for how to make

"Galette des Rois" a pastry with a surprise inside!)

"The Miracle of Hanukkah" (including how to play the Dreidel Game

and a recipe for "Sufganiyot" Jelly Doughnuts!)

"The Festival of Diwali in India"

This lesson is ideal for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders and can be used as:

• Reading Center Stations
• Small Group Instruction
• Whole Class Discussions
• Individual seatwork
• Substitute Lesson Plans
• Early Finishers

Start your school year with faith filled resources! If you want to encourage your young learners and see them excited about God's Word, this Christian Back to School Bundle may be just what you are looking for! All at a 30% bundle deal!

Included:

• 2 Bible Lesson Units:

- Apple Themed Fruit of The Spirit

- Wonderfully Made! All About Who God Says I Am

• Christian All About Me Handout
• Christian Affirmation Station
• Christian Meet The Teacher

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Looking for resources on impulse control, making good choices, and stopping to think? This could be for you. Cute powerpoint with 12 social scenarios and four reflective questions to get them thinking about making good choices no matter the situation. Great for small groups, individual sessions, or whole classroom discussions.

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