optimisim

=Optimisim=

(names omitted) Lesson Plan Title: Optimism

Grade Level: 5th or 6th

Kindness || > Half empty?) > (what are the possible benefits of optimism) Summarize events ||
 * Connection to Character Traits: || Optimism!
 * Overview of Lesson: || To teach the audience to always try and be optimistic through out life. ||
 * Materials needed: || * Clear glass of water half way full
 * Netbook
 * Writing Utensils ||
 * Outcome (What do you want your learners to get out of your lesson): || Have a positive attitude, and live life to the fullest! Don't regret anything, because life is too short to be sad. ||
 * Introduction to Lesson: || Put glass of water and ask what they can describe the water. (Who can describe this glass of water?) ||
 * Activity Procedures: || # Do introduction
 * 1) Ask if they have ever heard of the word “optimism”. Tell definition ( Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something. ) (How full is this glass of water?) (How many
 * 2) Ask them to explain if they do
 * 3) Tell definition of optimism( Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something. ) (How full is this glass of water?) (How many of you say its half full?
 * 1) Explain the purpose of the introduction(how the amount of water relates to optimism)
 * 2) Have a discussion about optimism
 * 1) Ask again if anyone knows what optimism is. ||
 * Concluding the Lesson: || Always try to be optimistic

__Comments from reader____:__

Benefits > 22. Do better in school > > >  Hi, I'm (name omitted). I'm in 6th Grade. I like to read, play sports (skiing, soccer, football), boating, academics, camping, music, and video games. Optimism is important for middle schoolers because no one mentions it and it is a topic kids need to know.
 * 1) It gives you a reason for living.
 * 2) It reduces the level of stress experienced.
 * 3) It enables you to handle and put your emotions in check.
 * 4) It promotes happiness.
 * 5) It promotes self respect and integrity
 * 6) It enhances various coping skills developed in order to combat life’s struggles.
 * 7) It promotes healthy living.
 * 8) It increases your level of productivity.
 * 9) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It allows you to develop the attribute of patience.
 * 10) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It makes you proactive.
 * 11) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It gives you peace of mind.
 * 12) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It creates a positive attitude.
 * 13) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It allows you to develop the habit of being thankful.
 * 14) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It increases your level of motivation.
 * 15) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It promotes laughter.
 * 16) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It sets your mood for the day.
 * 17) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It promotes self confidence and boosts self esteem.
 * 18) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It ensures you are focused.
 * 19) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It promotes bonding between individuals.
 * 20) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It reduces the level of your frustrations and worries.
 * 21) <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">It improves your social life.

<span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif;"> <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif;">Hi, I'm (name omitted). <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif;">I'm in sixth grade. I like to go outside, read, play sports like soccer, running, skiing, and swimming. I like school and my favorite subject is science. Optimism is helpful for people to feel good and do good things.

<span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif;"> <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif;">Hi. My name is (name omitted). <span style="color: #555555; font-family: verdana,Arial,Tahoma,'Century gothic',sans-serif;">This summer I moved here to Lake Forest from Southlake, Texas. I enjoy playing football, swimming, and golfing. My favorite subject is Social Studies.