Pat Brisson’s Sometimes We Were Brave is tops among illustrated picture books for tackling the emotionally charged and extremely challenging issues that come with military service and sacrifice.
Posts Tagged ‘Barbara’
A One-of-a-Kind Find
If you’re looking for a gourmet bullying-prevention resource, try Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun: Having the Courage to Be Who You Are, a spicy story about Lucy, a wide-eyed, curly-locked child with a uniquely-flavored zest for life.
Gifts for Givers
Sometimes a good resource is the best gift, so here are three great finds to enrich your character-development efforts.
Pet project
This service-learning project will enrich students’ study of living organisms as well as help students become responsible pet owners, understand animal needs, and assist the animal population in your area.
Sharing our surplus stash: a Trick-or-Treat twist
First-grade teachers at Westwood Elementary turned Halloween into a service-learning opportunity last year when they encouraged their caring kids to give back to their community by sharing some of their treats.
CC! Week: Ideas for at-home pillar reinforcement
From our friend Barbara Gruener, some activity and discussion ideas your students can take home with them during CC! Week.
CC! Week: Wrap the town red!
Are you ready for the celebration of a lifetime? We eagerly await the third week of October in Friendswood, Texas, because it offers us a chance to cheer for character and renew our commitment to a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
The Lunch Thief
Homeless and lunchless, new kid Kevin finds a friend in Rafael. This thought-provoking book teaches Caring and Responsibility. What other Pillars can you find?
The Sandwich Swap
Teach tolerance with this delightful story where peanut butter and humus come between friends. Inspired by the childhood experience of Jordan’s Queen Rania.
Want to rev up your character education efforts?
What do cars and character have in common? Find out in Barbara Gruener’s latest review, and learn some terrific strategies to deal with bullying in the younger grades.
