Character Development

Encourage children to make a habit of looking for joy on a daily basis! Students in elementary school can create their very own ThisDaysJoy Book by using prompts given on each page to reflect on, and celebrate things that brings them joy.  This fun,...

Includes 8 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of a Positive No, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 1 of 2 include: What Counts Most in Life?: Students will discuss what is important to be...

Includes 8 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of a Positive No, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 2 of 2 include: The Power of a Positive No Word Search: Students will review key terms and...

Includes 8 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of an Attitude of Gratitude, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 1 of 2 include: Keeping it R.E.A.L: Students will practice identifying...

Includes 8 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of an Attitude of Gratitude, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 2 of 2 include: Attitude of Gratitude Word Search: Students will review key...

Includes 7 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of Bystanders, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 1 of 2 include: O.S.S. Word Search: Students will search for vocabulary words that consist of...

Includes 7 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of Bystanders, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 2 of 2 include: O.S.S. Maze: Students will practice patience while helping solve a maze to the...

Includes 8 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of Self-D, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 1 of 2 include: Self-D Maze: Students will complete a story-themed maze worksheet using focus and...

Includes 8 activities that complement lessons learned in The Power of Self-D, from the Urban Character Education Series by Kip Jones. Activities in Bundle 2 of 2 include: Self-D Word Search: Students will search for vocabulary words that consist of key...

Most parents and educators realize that their children and students are unique individuals that have different needs. Teaching the concept of equity to children can help reinforce the notion that fairness does not always mean that everyone gets identical...

Most parents and educators realize that their children and students are unique individuals that have different needs. Teaching the concept of equity to children can help reinforce the notion that fairness does not always mean that everyone gets identical...

It's not unusual for children to speak before they think about what they're going to say. Over time, they develop the ability to distinguish what they should say and what should be left unsaid. The first step in teaching children this skill is showing...

Reinforce the lessons Freddie learns in the story Freddie the Fly: Seeing Through Another Lens with these engaging downloadable activities, which will help students learn how to see from other perspectives than their own. Many elementary students can be...

While we can't eliminate feelings of envy and jealousy, we can teach children early on how to cope with these difficult emotions. Learning to recognize jealousy can help children avoid low self-esteem, as well as feelings of aggression or loneliness...

Use these engaging downloadable activities to reinforce the lessons taught in the storybook, Hope! More Than Wishful Thinking.The activities are best suited for children ages 5-11. The Five Downloadable Activities include: Activity 1...

Any child can be an instigator like Isaac stirring up trouble at home, in the classroom, on a team, or among friends. If you have an instigator in your family or classroom, or have a child who is easily goaded into conflict, use these following...