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Courage:One of the

Seven Sacred Teachings

By The Teacher’s Craft

Courage - The Bear: In the Legend of

the Seven Grandfathers, the bear represents courage

because of how bravely and fiercely she defends her cubs.

She will stand up against any odds for what is most

important - her young.

Does courage mean not being afraid?

No, in fact, for there to be courage

there must be fear. Why is that true?

Courage is fighting through your fears and bravely

doing something even though it frightens you.

When you think of

courage, do you think

of brave soldiers?

Do you think of those

who risk their lives to

save our homes?

Do think you think of

those who proudly

serve to keep us safe.

How do you show courage?

What is Courage?

(00:48)

Courage is found in you!

Think about the times you’ve already shown it. Photo by hepinting. Found on Flickr

Courage isn’t only found in those

fighting battles, fires, or crime.

You have used your courage to try new sports.

What sports can

you play now that

you couldn’t five

years ago?

You’ve dared to try new foods.

Name a food that you just started eating over the last

few years or one that you are ready to try.

Risking being wrong, you have confidently

raised your hand to answer a question.

You’ve stood up to defend others.

You’ve had the courage to say no,

even when a friend said yes.

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STEALING

What is one new skill

that you have learned?

You’ve used courage to attack new challenges.

You’ve had the courage to make a change.

What big move did you make to start this school year?

You have used your courage to meet

new people and to make new friends.

Courage and Risks:

Growing up and trying new

things does involve being

brave and taking risks.

Is it always brave and wise to take risks?

The Truth About Dares

Why do some people dare

others to do certain things?

Would eating a slug like this on a dare be brave or foolish?

Sam and the Slug

That sounds like the title of a funny

children’s picture book, doesn’t it.

Unfortunately, it’s a true story of Sam Ballard, a strong,

healthy young man who took a dare.

Let’s watch this news broadcast to hear what happened.

Sam Ballard's Story (00:54)

Brave or Foolish?

What happened to Sam Ballard was certainly sad, but,

besides not to eat slugs, what lessons can it teach?

It’s important, when faced with a challenge, to think about

the possible consequences and then to decide whether

doing it would be brave or foolish.

● To decide the risk is too great, to give up, to

run away or avoid the challenge.

● To face it fearfully, believing you will fail

or that it will be too much to handle.

● To meet it with courage, confidence

and determination, doing all you can

to succeed and even asking for help if

you really need it.

When a challenge appears, there are three choices:

Courage and Challenges

In a minute, you’re going to watch a video

about a man named Chris Koch who was

born with a special challenge.

As you watch the video I want you to decide

which choice below best describes how

Chris handles the challenges in his life.

A. He gives up, avoids, or runs away from challenges.

A. He faces them fearfully and reluctantly, not really

expecting to succeed.

A. He meets the challenges with courage, determination

and confidence. Chris Koch (5:51)

Courage and Confidence

Be You!

Believe in YourselfBelieve in Yourself

Dare to be different!

Have the courage to be you!

Quotes on Courage:

“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you

run into a wall, don’t turn around and give

up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it,

or work around it.” Michael Jordan

“He who is not courageous enough to take

risks will accomplish nothing in life.”

Muhammad Ali

“Anything’s possible, if

you’ve got enough

nerve.” J.K. Rowling

“Anytime someone

tells me I can’t do

something, I want to

do it more.”

Taylor Swift

Challenges to Come

As you grow up, what challenges do you think your future

will bring?

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Believe in yourself.Have the courage to do what you know is right,

and to dare to make your dreams come true!

Every brave thing you’ve done,

Each challenge you’ve overcome,

Lets the world see it’s clearly true,

You’re growing into a super you!

Building Courage:The challenges you accept and overcome now, give you

strength and confidence to face even greater challenges

in your future.