per·sis·tence noun \p?r-?sis-t?n(t)s, -?zis-\ : the quality that allows someone to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult or opposed by other people : the state of occurring or existing beyond the usual, expected, or normal time Why ants? They are hard workers! They never give up! They teach us… Read More March Word of the Month: Persistence
Read: Enemy Pie by by Derek Munson One boy’s perfect summer seems to be ruined when his worst enemy, Jeremy Ross, moves in down the block. Fortunately, though, Dad has a recipe for enemy pie. But it seems that the pie will only be effective if the recipient is treated kindly before eating it. Reluctantly,… Read More Kindness
It is “SNOW” secret, you are unique. Accepting others for who they are and even ourselves for that matter is a great quality. Watch this video and enjoy its message. We need to celebrate our uniqueness as well as others. Consider participating in this year’s Snow-person Challenge. Create a snow-person from a recycled bottle. The… Read More Snow Person Challege
tol·er·ance noun \ˈtä-lə-rən(t)s, ˈtäl-rən(t)s\ : willingness to accept feelings, habits, or beliefs that are different from your own : the ability to accept, experience, or survive something harmful or unpleasant The start of 2015,a new year, and the days leading up to the celebration of Martin Luther King’s birthday is an excellent time to learn… Read More Tolerance
grat·i·tude noun \ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd, -ˌtyüd\ : a feeling of appreciation or thanks “Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts.” -Henri-Frederic Amiel Philosopher, Poet, Critic Gratitude is being Thankful! Take one minute to watch the video, “Biker” from Values.com. Dallas Clayton is an American author and illustrator best… Read More Gratitude, Pass It On!
Historians agree that chess was invented in the early 500’s but some argue that it was invented earlier. Many believe it first appeared in India but others believe it was invented in China or Persia. Through the years many, many countries have invented their own versions of the game of chess. Chess involves two armies.… Read More Checkmate!
courage (kur-ij, kuhr-ij) (noun) The quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger or pain without fear; bravery. Of the many positive character traits addressed in a character education curriculum, courage is foundational to helping students stand up for what is right, become leaders and achieve goals. Creating, acting out, analyzing and reflecting… Read More Got Grit?
9-year-old Caine Monroy spent his summer vacation building an elaborate cardboard arcade inside his dad’s used auto parts store. The entire summer went by, and Caine had yet to have a single customer. Then, on the last day of summer, a filmmaker named Nirvan stopped to buy a door handle for his car. Caine asked… Read More Imagine What You Can Build