Standard Course of Study :: Guidance

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Who's unique?: Encourages students to examine their ideas about how they are different and similar to each other by participating in an activity and then discussing their thoughts.; Format: lesson plan (grade K–5 Guidance)

The power of a portrait: The students will use the portrait Mending Socks by Archibald Motley to explore how objects can be used to tell about a person's attributes and life.; Format: lesson plan (grade K–1 Guidance and Social Studies); By Evika Sturdivant.

A friend, starting with you!: This lesson helps students learn about themselves and how good a friend they are to others. It helps children identify their own special talents and characteristics while showing the importance of good self-esteem in making new friends.; Format: lesson plan (grade K–5 Guidance); By Sara Smith.

Collecting family stories: Students will interview relatives and compose a family story on the computer. This lesson was completed in conjunction with two other lesson plans (art and media) using the same theme but could be used alone. Student work from all three lessons was compiled in a student portfolio.; Format: lesson plan (grade K–5 English Language Arts, Guidance, and Social Studies); By Amy Honeycutt, Chris Furry, and Diana Hicks.

Attributes by kids: This activity requires the student to demonstrate an understanding of classification, patterning, and seriation. The students will complete the project based on personal characteristics.; Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Guidance and Social Studies); By Bunnie R. Brewer.

Animal friends: This lesson helps students explore personal beliefs and feelings toward others. Students will examine stereotypes and how they influence interactions. The lesson emphasizes peer relationships, awareness of feelings, understanding/accepting differences and self-knowledge.; Format: lesson plan (grade K–5 Guidance); By Beth Lindsey.

All About ME: Likenesses & Differences: This lesson will help to enhance the self-esteem of students by focusing on each child's individual differences.; Format: lesson plan (grade K Guidance, Healthful Living, and Social Studies); By Crystal Sigmon.

Making good decisions: Students practice balancing different interests involved in solving social problems. They look for the most realistic solution based on the advantages and disadvantages and consider the concept of compromise. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade K–5 Guidance); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science