A-to-Z of Character Education

Defining Grit (Lesson with Multiple Choice)

In this lesson, we watch a TED video by Angela Lee Duckworth on grit.

The Marshmallow Test (Lesson + Fill-in-the-blanks)

The classic marshmallow test demonstrates why the ability to exercise self-control is a strong predictor of success in later life.

I'm Grateful For ... (Student Feedback)

A weekly exercise to encourage kids to take a look back at the wonderful things that happened to them during the week.

Grit (Student Survey / Self-Assessment)

Few questions to help students reflect about themselves . Self-assessment scores can then be compared to scores given by teachers, which serves as an insight into how learning habits can be improved

Kobe Bryant - The Ultimate Mindset (Video Lesson)

Kids love Kobe and Kobe loves to hustle.

Procrastination (Student Essay / Open Response)

One of our worst enemies - kids and adults alike - is procrastination.

Be Grateful 2 (User Feedback and Comments)

What little things are you grateful for at this very moment?

Teaching Character in Class (Teacher Feedback)

Food for thought for teachers-A TED talk given by our Director of Research , Andrew Sokatch

Ultimate Integrity (Embed Additional Content)

Winner of Teacher Innovation Grant: instilling integrity through the sport of ultimate frisbee, a project led by Ashley Black.

Curious & Curiouser 2 (Student-Designed Content)

2015 Teacher Innovation Grant Cohort : This project is led by Tracie Slattery (Holt Middle School & McNair Middle School) and Vanessa Seward (Holt Middle School & McNair Middle School).