Building CharacterChapter 2pg. 37-41

Objectives:

1.Students will know the importance of having good character.

2.Students will identify which area of character they need to improve on and set goals on how they will improve it.

Character

The distinctive qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and behaves

Helps to shape a person’s behavior A person with good character demonstrates

core ethical values: Responsibility Honesty Integrity Respect

Character and Health

Developing good character enhances each side of your health triangle

Developing your character

Be trust worthy, honest, loyal, and reliable Use good manners and be considerate of

others Be responsible and practice self-control Be open-minded and fair, and play by the rules Express gratitude; be forgiving, caring, and

helpful Obey laws and rules, and respecting authority

Demonstrating character

Stand up for your beliefs Learn from others Join a volunteer group either in your

school or community Form friendships with others who share

your in beliefs

Make a difference…

At Home By showing respect and caring in daily

actions, you will also strengthen your family relationships

At School By observing school rules, and showing

respect to your teachers and peers In Your Community

By obeying laws, respecting the needs of others, and being tolerant of differences

Activity

Identify a positive role model in your life who exhibits good character traits. Explain how he/she exhibits at least three

traits of good character. Explain how this person has influenced

you to demonstrate good character traits