Guidance — Grades 6–8

Bio Poem Introductions

Bio-Poems can be used at the beginning of school as an opening activity for the first week of school. They can also be used anytime throughout the year when introductions are necessary (e.g. change of semester class, new students, etc.). In this lesson students will use the writing process as well as computer word processing skills. This activity ensures success and builds self-esteem.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 English Language Arts, Guidance, and Computer Technology Skills)

By Linda Taylor.

The Control Game

The control game is an experiential, hands on opportunity for students to explore their ideas about personal control and influence in their own lives and their control and influence in the lives of others.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Guidance)

By Wendy Logan.

Lesson plans on the web

Creating character: Introduction

Creating character contains a series of eight multi-media classroom lessons, each of which explores the importance of positive character development. (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Guidance and Social Studies)

By USC Shoah Foundation Institute.

Provider: USC Shoah Foundation Institute

Creating character: Respect

In this lesson, students explore the concept of "respect" by listening and viewing testimonials from Holocaust survivors. (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Guidance, Social Studies, and English Language Arts)

By USC Shoah Foundation Institute.

Provider: USC Shoah Foundation Institute