Habit #7- Sharpen the Saw- I take care of myself. I spend time with family and friends.

I find meaningful ways to help others. Grade: 2nd Lesson: Balance Materials: Procedure: -Review the Habit #7 story in the 7 Habits book -Review what it means to Sharpen the Saw -Show the Berenstain Bears youtube video. -Review the video - Pass out the sharpen the saw work sheet. This worksheet has kids write a sentence or two about how they can sharpen the saw. -Ask students to share their answers Common Core Standards: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.2.3 Describe how characters in a story respond to major events challenges. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1 Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners aboutgrade 2 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
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The 7 Habits of Happy Kids- Sean Covey The Berenstain Bears youtube video Too Much Junk Food How can you sharpen the saw? worksheet

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1a Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., gaining the floor in respectful ways, listening to others with care, speaking one at a time about the topics and texts under discussion). CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1b Build on others talk in conversations by linking their comments to the remarks of others. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1c Ask for clarification and further explanation as needed about the topics and texts under discussion.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.2 Recount or describe key ideas or details from a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.3 Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to clarify comprehension, gather additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.2.8 Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question.

ASCA Standards: PS:A1.1 Develop positive attitudes toward self as a unique and worthy person PS:A1.2 Identify values, attitudes and beliefs PS:A1.3 Learn the goal-setting process PS:A1.4 Understand change is a part of growth PS:A1.5 Identify and express feelings PS:A1.6 Distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate behavior PS:A1.7 Recognize personal boundaries, rights and privacy needs PS:A1.8 Understand the need for self-control and how to practice it PS:A1.9 Demonstrate cooperative behavior in groups PS:A1.10 Identify personal strengths and assets