{"product_id":"courage-workbook-for-kids","title":"Helping Kids Have Courage and Improve Courage Skills: Assertiveness and Confidence Activities for Kids Ages 8-12","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo your kids or students stay quiet when they know something is wrong, or go along with the group because speaking up feels too scary? \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelping Kids Have Courage and Improve Courage Skills\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a Building Character workbook for ages 8 to 12 that helps kids understand what courage means, recognize the different types of courage they use every day, and speak up for themselves and others with assertive, respectful words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis workbook is printed and shipped by Amazon.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0egey1q1\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrder the paperback on Amazon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workbook was written by Tammy Roose, an upper elementary teacher and the creator of Tarheelstate Teacher, and is adapted from her Courage SEL Unit for upper elementary classrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNOTE: This 97-page paperback is written for kids to work through on their own or alongside a parent or teacher. If you are teaching courage to a whole class, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/courage-social-emotional-activities\"\u003eCourage SEL Unit\u003c\/a\u003e covers the same topic with 20 days of lesson plans and Google Slides (digital download only).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough reading passages, sorts, communication scenarios, advice columns, and journal prompts, kids practice what to say and do when speaking up feels scary, including how to tell passive, assertive, and aggressive responses apart, how to flip a self-doubting thought into a confident one, and how to say no to peer pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHY PARENTS LOVE THIS WORKBOOK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Variety of Engaging Activities in One Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reading passages, sorts, communication scenarios, advice columns, graphic organizers, quote reflections, and creative projects like My Confidence Tree, My Brave Playlist, and My Brave Album Cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKids Can Work On Their Own or With an Adult:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directions are written for kids ages 8 to 12, so they can complete the activities independently or alongside a parent, teacher, or counselor. Children can work from the first page to the last, or skip to the sections that fit what they need right now. The Personal Courage Weekly Goal Reflection gives kids a place to record their progress on a courage goal week by week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart with Understanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The workbook opens with pages for adults on the four types of courage (moral, disciplined, intellectual, and empathetic) and The Courageous Sheet of Paper Activity, a short demonstration that shows kids how courage grows stronger with use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting Courage Goals that Can Continue After the Workbook:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Personal Courage Post Reflection \u0026amp; Action Plan, a Personal Courage Weekly Goal Reflection, a Courage Choice Board, and a Declaration of My Commitment to Courage help kids keep practicing brave choices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Right or Wrong Answers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The activities focus on reflection, discussion, and real-world application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWHAT'S INSIDE THE COURAGE WORKBOOK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSection 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding Courage:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is Courage?, important vocabulary, Reflecting on My Courage, My Beliefs About Courage, Courage Reflection Prompts, the Big or Small Acts of Courage Sort, My Small But Mighty Acts, and Failing Forward with Courage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSection 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Many Faces of Courage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Types of Courage, Sorting Through Types of Courage, The Bench story, Brainstorming Types of Courage, Graphing Acts of Courage, and Standing Up With Courage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSection 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStrengthening Courage Muscles:\u003c\/strong\u003e From the Deep End to the Podium, Moral, Disciplined, Intellectual, and Empathetic Courage Strategies, Bravery Boosters, My Confidence Tree, Situations That Test Our Courage, Flip That Thought! Turning Self-Doubt into Confidence, and I Can Think Courageous Thoughts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSection 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAssert Yourself With Confidence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three Types of Communication, Distinguishing Between Passive, Assertive, \u0026amp; Aggressive Communication, Applying Different Communication Styles Scenarios, the Be Assertive Acrostic Poem, The Confident Coach Advice Column, Navigating Peer Pressure, and Confidence from the Inside Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSection 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLiving With Courage:\u003c\/strong\u003e My Brave Playlist, My Brave Album Cover, Courage Over Fear, The Challenges of Acting with Courage, a Personal Courage Post Reflection \u0026amp; Action Plan, a Courage Choice Board, and a Declaration of My Commitment to Courage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eAppendix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended picture books about courage, optional historical courage research pages, and reproducible templates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActing with courage isn't always easy, especially when speaking up means standing alone or trying something new in front of others. \u003cem\u003eHelping Kids Have Courage and Improve Courage Skills\u003c\/em\u003e helps kids speak up for themselves and others, try hard things, and stay true to their values when they feel nervous or unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTHIS WORKBOOK IS PERFECT FOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents and caregivers supporting social emotional learning at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers and school counselors leading character education lessons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomeschool families and after-school programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCASEL STANDARDS ALIGNMENT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Self-Awareness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - Linking feelings, values, and thoughts\u003cbr\u003e  - Experiencing self-efficacy\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Self-Management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - Exhibiting self-discipline and self-motivation\u003cbr\u003e  - Setting personal and collective goals\u003cbr\u003e  - Showing the courage to take initiative\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Awareness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - Demonstrating empathy and compassion\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship Skills\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - Communicating effectively\u003cbr\u003e  - Resisting negative social pressure\u003cbr\u003e  - Standing up for the rights of others\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsible Decision-Making\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - Demonstrating curiosity and open-mindedness\u003cbr\u003e  - Anticipating and evaluating the consequences of one’s actions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMORE BUILDING CHARACTER WORKBOOKS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach workbook in the series follows a similar layout, so kids know what to expect from one topic to the next:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0ekk66iU\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTelling the Truth \u0026amp; Integrity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0hVkicuN\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEmpathy \u0026amp; Caring About Others\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B00boSIdO\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBeing \u0026amp; Getting Motivated\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B03pEZnV7\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBeing Yourself\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B01yW6dTF\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMaking \u0026amp; Keeping Friends\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B06014v3J\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSetting Goals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02xTyn54\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShowing Responsibility \u0026amp; Making Good Choices\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B059pvWah\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGrowing in Gratitude\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0euY8hiw\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDeveloping a Growth Mindset\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B00E08FEl\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eConflict Resolution\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBOOK DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaperback, 97 pages, 8.5 x 11 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges 8 to 12 (grades 3 to 6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Tammy Roose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Tarheelstate Teacher Publishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN: 978-1968882013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable on Amazon: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0egey1q1\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eorder the paperback here\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCopyright © Tammy Roose, Tarheelstate Teacher LLC. 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