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Welcome to our resources! Please let us know if you have any suggestions -- activities that work for you, people your students respect that we should use for illustrations, etc. We learn from you guys on the front lines! 

Note: The stories from the "Intercom Insights" are often also included in the Illustrations/Quotes/Stories/Activities section. 

Literature: We're just starting (with Romeo and Juliet and Twelve Angry Men)  a section for character discussions based on literature. Let us know if you need help with or have some good ideas about discussing a book or film! 

Introduction to Character 

 

 
Introduction to Character II

Introduction to Character III

Introduction to School Counselor

PowerPoint Presentation + Script For 1-3rd Assembly

 

 

For Middle and High School Classroom
(Discussion Oriented)

For Middle and High School Classroom
(Relational Oriented)

For Elementary Classroom

Script in Word Format

Script on Web Page

PowerPoint Slide Show

 Introduction to Character 2


Introduction to Character 3

 

School Counselor Introduction

 

RESPECT
Showing Regard for the Worth of Someone or Something

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Intercom Insights, Illustrations, Quotes, Stories, Activities and Lesson Plans.

Self-respect

 

Pride and belief in one's self and in achievement of one's potential. Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Self-Worth, Self-Acceptance, Contentment, Pride Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Self-Respect...

Lesson on Dealing With Stress

Lesson on Self-Respect

Self-control/
Virtue

Control of your actions and emotions; the habit of excellence of one's character that defines one's moral personality

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Self-Control...

Lessons on Self-Control...

Lesson on Truancy/Showing Up On Time

Student Worksheet (Leader's Guide) on Self-Control (5th grade)

Student Worksheet on Self-Control (5th grade)

Authority

Respect for those individuals who are in positions of responsibility, using proper etiquette in relation to them. Manners, Politeness, Not Rude

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Authority...

Lesson on Getting Along With Authority...
Lesson on Changing Authorities

Authorities are People Too (4th and 5th Grades)

Learning

Appreciation for the importance of and effort involved in acquiring knowledge. Wisdom-seeker. 

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Learning...

Lesson on Decision-Making

Lesson on Continual Learning (History)

Lesson on Curiosity

Humility Recognizing that any given person is one's intellectual superior in some way and can be learned from. Recognizing the part other's have played in one's achievements. Teachable. Not Arrogant Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Humility...

Lessons on Humility...

Punctuality

Promptness

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Punctuality...

Lesson on Time Management

Trustworthiness

Worthy of confidence; reliable

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Trustworthiness...

Lesson on Trustworthiness...

Respect for others

Concern for and motivation to act for the welfare of others

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Respect for Others...

Lesson on Respect for Others, High School

Lesson #2 on Respect for Others, Teens

Lesson #3 on Respect for Others, Teens (Part II of last lesson)

Lesson on Foul Language and Cursing for Teens.

Lesson on Respect for Others, 5th and 6th Grades

 

RESPONSIBILITY
Taking care of one's self and others;
to carry out a duty or task carefully and thoroughly

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

School Pride/
Cleanliness/
Orderliness

Care and satisfaction in your school's environment; achievement and success

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on School Pride...

Lesson on School Pride... (teens)

Lesson on Orderliness (Elementary)

Lesson on the Classroom as a Professional
Environment (Beginning of the school year, share your class rules time) (teens)

Respect for
the environment

The conservation and care of your surroundings

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Respect for Environment...

Lessons on Respect for Environment...

Accountability
and
Responsibility

Being responsible for your decisions and actions

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Accountability...

Skit on Accountability/Responsibility (teens)

Lesson 1 on Responsibility (Grade K)

Lesson 2 on Responsibility (Grade 1)

Lesson 3 on Responsibility (Grade 2)

Lesson 4 on Responsibility (Grade 3)

Lesson 5 on Responsibility (Teens)

Cheerfulness

Good-humored, bright and pleasant. Joyfulness, Optimistic.

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Cheerfulness...

Lesson 1 on Cheerfulness...

Lesson 2 on Cheerfulness...

Honor

A sense of what is right, just and true

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Honor...

Lessons on Honor...

 

CITIZENSHIP
Respectful devotion to one's country and/or school

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Democracy

 

Respect for the rule of the majority Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Democracy...

Lessons on Democracy...

Sportsmanship

The ability to take winning and losing without gloating or complaining

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Sportsmanship...

Lessons on Sportsmanship...

Patriotism

Respectful devotion to one's country

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Patriotism...

Lesson on Patriotism (Making Change While Remaining Loyal)

Gratitude

A feeling of thankful appreciation for benefits received. Thankfulness, Appreciation.

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Gratitude...

Lesson on Gratitude...for Teens
Lesson on Gratitude for Elementary

Courtesy/
Civility

Polite and courteous behavior toward others in words and action. Politeness.

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Courtesy/Civility...

Lesson 1 - Dress for Success
Lesson 2 - Tame Your Tongue

K-5 Civility Intercom Series

 

COMPASSION
Showing concern or sympathy for others

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Generosity/
Service

Unselfish willingness to give and share your time and talents in your community. Selflessness, Other-Centered, Giving, Helpfulness, Sacrificial, Encourager, Not Greedy with money, energy or time. Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Generosity/Service...

Lesson on Generosity/Service: Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated

Lesson #1 on Sharing (Grades k-5)

Lesson #2 on Sharing (Grades 2-5)

Lesson #3 on Sharing (Grades 3-5)

Kindness

Being gentle, willing to help, friendly and considerate 

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Kindness...

Lesson #1 - Tame Your Tongue 

Empathy

Understanding, sensing and sharing in the feelings and emotions of others. Love, Sympathy, Compassion, Encourager.

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Empathy...

Lesson: Caring is Fun (Grades 1-3)

Lesson on Empathy (Teens)

Lesson #2 on Empathy (Teens)

Lesson #3 on Empathy (Teen Level)

 

RESILIENCE
The capacity to successfully manage high levels of change

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Self-confidence

 

Positive attitude about, and trust in one's self; sense of security and self assurance Intercom Insights/Quotes/Stories/Activities on Self-Confidence...

Lesson #1 on Peer Pressure

Creativity/
Flexibility

Clever, imaginative and inventive; adaptability and versatility

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Creativity/Flexibility...

Lessons on Creativity/Flexibility...

Diligence

Consistent attention to quality work; remaining focused on your goal

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Diligence...(See Below Under "Commitment")

Lessons on Diligence... (See Below Under "Commitment")

Initiative

Proactive; thinking and taking action on your own

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Initiative...

Lesson for Teens

Setting Goals: Personal Vision
Setting Goals 2: Long-Term Dreams

Setting Goals 3: Long-Term Goals

Setting Goals 4: Short-Term Goals

Setting Goals 5: Time Management

Resilience The ability to bounce back from failure or discouragements. Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Resilience...

Lesson on Resilience...

Lesson on Resilience 4th-5th grades

Lesson on Problem Solving for Older Elementary & Middle School

Self-reliance

Relying on one's own abilities, efforts or judgments

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Self-Reliance...

Lesson on Child Safety...

TOLERANCE
Respecting the individual differences, views and beliefs of other people

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Acceptance

 

Recognition of the diversity of others, their opinions, practices and culture. Understanding, Open-mindedness, Tolerance Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Acceptance...

Lessons on Acceptance...

Forgiveness

Benefiting yourself and others by ceasing to feel resentment toward others

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Forgiveness...

Lesson on Forgiving Others
Lesson on Asking Forgiveness

Cooperation

Working together for a common purpose. Teamwork

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Cooperation...

Lesson on Conflict Resolution
Assembly and Small Group Lesson on Cooperation

Fairness

Equal treatment of behavior and viewpoints of others

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Fairness...

Lesson on Listening

Peacemaker

Seeks peaceful solutions to fights and quarrels. Tolerance. Non-violent.

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Peacemaker...

Lesson on Peacemaking
Lesson on Peacemaking (for k-2)

COMMITMENT
The obligation or pledge to carry out some action or to support some policy or person

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Motivation

The desire to move toward a goal

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Motivation...

Lesson on Decision-Making
Lesson on Effort (10 minutes for Middle School)

Perseverance/
Determination/
Dedication/
Diligence

Working hard without giving up. Consistent attention to quality work; remaining focused on your goal. Sense of commitment and duty. The inner strength to pursue a goal or task. 

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Perseverance...

Lessons on Perseverance...(Teen Version)

Lesson on Perseverance for 2nd Grade
Lesson on Perseverance for 3rd Grade

Lesson on Perseverance, Elementary, "Follow That Character!
Lesson on Perseverance for 5th-6th Grades

INTEGRITY
Steadfast adherence to a strict code of moral, ethical or artistic values;
to consistently be truthful and fair

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Honesty

 

Truthfulness and sincerity Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Honesty...

Lesson on Honesty (Teen Version)


Lesson on Honesty II (for Teens)

Lesson on Honesty III (for Older Teens)

Lesson on Honesty (Kindergarten)

Lesson on Honesty (Grade 1)

Lesson on Honesty (Grade 2)

Lesson on Honesty (Grade 3)

Lesson on Honesty (Grade 4)

Lesson on Honesty (Fifth Grade Version)...

Dependability

The ability to be counted on and trusted

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Dependability...

Lesson on Child Safety...

Lesson on Showing Up on Time

Loyalty

Faithful to a person, an organization or your country

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Loyalty...

Lesson on Loyalty for Older Elementary

Lesson on Loyalty (Agents of Change) (Teens)

Lesson on Loyalty (Teens)

Conviction-
Driven

Daily decisions driven by thought-through convictions rather than the heat of the moment.  

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Convictions...

Lessons on Convictions...

ACCOMPLISHMENT
Appreciation for attaining one's goals

Character Trait

Definition and Synonyms 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Courage

 

To meet a challenge without giving in to fear Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Courage...

Lesson #1 on Peer Pressure

Lesson #2 on Peer Pressure

Lesson on Being Agents of Change

Success Achieving what's important to you "Refrigerator University" - Short "devos" for Discussion

#1 - Learn from Successful People

#2 - Discover Your Passions and Strengths

#3 - Work Hard

#4 - Work Around Your Weaknesses

#5 - Build on Your Strengths

#6 - Think "Team"

#7 - Give College a Chance

#8 - Overcome Criticism

#9 - Bounce Back From Failure

Patience

The power to wait calmly without complaining

Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Patience...

Lesson on Patience (for teens)

Lesson on Patience in Listening (for teens)

Lesson on Patience (for grades K-2)

Lesson on Patience (for grades 3-5)

HOT TOPICS
Topics That Involve Character

Topic

Description 

Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights

Dating and Singleness

 

Objectively evaluating our culture's dating system in order to help students feel less coercion into a sometimes hazardous preoccupation. Lesson #1 of Dating Series on "Getting to Know You: Is Dating the Only Way?"

Lesson #2 of Dating Series on "Enjoying Singleness"

Lesson #8 of Dating Series on "In Search of the Perfect Mate"

Lesson #9 of Dating Series on "In Search of the Perfect Mate"

Sex, STD's and Standards Understanding the physical and emotional consequences of early sex and the practical implications. 

Lesson #3 of Dating Series on "Sex, Lies, and the Truth"

Lesson #4 of Dating Series on "Sex, Lies, and the Truth"

Lesson #5 of Dating Series on Setting (and Keeping!) Your Standards

Lesson #6 of Dating Series on Setting (and Keeping!) Your Standards

Lesson #7 of Dating Series on Setting (and Keeping!) Your Standards

Learning Disabilities Quotes by Famous Dyslexics Quotes by Successful People
With Learning Disabilties
Money Management  MONEY: HOW TO MAKE IT, SAVE IT, INVEST IT AND ENJOY IT! Please give us input on this new resource!  Money: How to Make It, Save It, Invest It and Enjoy It!

Other lessons in process:

Lesson #1: Invest Wisely
    Lesson One Handout

Lesson #2: Avoid Debt (Includes Bibliography)
     Lesson Two Handout

Careers

Finding a Fun and Fulfilling Vocation 

Lesson: Finding a Fun Career Keynote address for an 8th grade job fair.

Lesson (Series in Progress): Finding a Job You Love - First in a series for high school students.