Hunt for Good Character
an Internet Treasure Hunt on Good Character

created by Department of Energy
Great Valley Middle School

Introduction | The Questions | Internet Resources


Introduction

Surf's up! Grab your brain and head for the further reaches of cyberspace. There's a lot to learn in this information age. Using the Web allows you to discover tons more than you may have ever known possible. Below is a list of questions about HAVING GOOD CHARACTER. Surf the Internet links on this page to find answers to the questions. Don't forget to go after the monster learning wave, the Big Question. Have fun!!!




Questions

  1. Fill in the blanks: Character education involves helping students understand, commit to, and act on shared ethical values. ________ the good, _________ the good, and _____ the good.

  2. How does the Wake County School District define RESPONSIBILITY?

  3. Explain Northern Middle School's 'Good Character Program'.

    November's featured character traits were ___________ and ___________

  4. Find a poem or story that illustrates one of the Six Pillars of Character. Read this to the class and share your thoughts about the trait. Name of poem________________
    Web Site address_______________________.

  5. What is the difference between STRENGTH and COURAGE?

  6. Use the 'Top Ten Virtues' link to fill in the blanks about having a positive attitude.
    If you have a negative attitude in life, you’re a ________
    to yourself and others. If you have a positive attitude,
    you’re an ________ to yourself and others. The character
    strengths of hope, ____________, flexibility, and a sense
    of ___________ are all part of a positive attitude.


  7. From the essay 'What I Learned from Carl' what does Nick realize after the bus ride?

  8. Comment on one of the quotes from the Responsibility site.

  9. How Does Winkelman Elementary School in Chicago define 'caring'?





The Internet Resources


The Big Question

How does having GOOD CHARACTER promote Physical, Mental, and Social Health.

REMEMBER: Your Health is Your Only Wealth!!!


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Last revised Mon Feb 2 15:41:48 US/Pacific 2004