Young Person's Character Education Handbook

This essential guide is a fun, relevant way to introduce students to key character traits. The Young Person's Character Education Handbook helps students understand why character is important and how character contributes to success in school, at home, and in life.

One positive character trait (presented as a "character goal") is described in each of the 50 units in an engaging and consistent way for easy reading, teaching, and discussion. Examples and case studies show character in action and help students relate to the material. Suggestions for developing and "experiencing" each character trait are included.

Each unit features:

• Definition of the trait.
• An example of the trait from literature, history, or other school subject.
• A case study of the trait from home, school, activities, the community, and other life situations.
• Suggestions for consciously using the trait and a helpful trait checklist.
• List of famous people who have possessed or not possessed the trait.
• Consequences of having or not having the trait.
• Vocabulary words, including similar traits, synonyms, and antonyms.

• Sample Pages
• Table of Contents

Activity 1: Job Jumble
Activity 2: Job Groups and Titles
Activity 3: What’s My Line?
Activity 4: Interesting Jobs
Activity 5: How Much Education Would You Need?
Activity 6: Do What You Like
Activity 7: A Job That Fits Your Personality
Activity 8: Compare Different Jobs
Activity 9: Learn About Careers by Talking to People
Activity 10: Set and Reach a Goal
Activity 11: Find Job Information on the Internet
Activity 12: Design Your Work Space
Activity 13: Help Wanted
Activity 14: Job Interviews

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