Genre/Topic: Memory, Study skills
You have already learned an interesting memory technique. Do you remember it? It was called the linking method. Now we’re going to learn the peg memory system. It is a very special way to remember things.
It takes courage
Genre/Topic: Courage, Empathy, Thoughtfulness
Let’s read a true story about a brave girl Nikki who has taught us three important lessons of life. She’s inspired and motivated millions of people in being themselves and not to worry about others. Her experience has influenced people to stand up for what is right and act courageously.
Importance of sleep
Genre/Topic: Physical awareness, Self-care
How many hours do you sleep every night? Is it good to sleep late and wake up late? Or is it good to sleep early and wake up early?
Handling worries
Genre/Topic: Emotional intelligence, Overcoming worries
You get into problem time and again in your life. Do you panic and worry about your problems instead of solving them? Do you think worrying solves your problem? So how do you handle your worries? We’ll learn some ways of handling worry in this lesson.
Wilma Rudolph
Genre/Topic: Determination, Faith, Overcoming disabilities
This is an inspirational story about a girl named Wilma Rudolph who overcame her disability and transformed herself from the sickest child to the fastest runner. She is a motivation for many people and has set an example of the power of faith and determination. Her dedication has encouraged many people to never lose hope […]
Life is an echo
Genre/Topic: Believing and giving, Positive thinking
A son and his father were walking on the mountains. Suddenly, his son falls, hurts himself and screams: “Aaahhhhhhhhhhh!!!” To his surprise, he hears the voice repeating, somewhere in the mountain: “Aaahhhhhhhhhh!!!” Read the full story Life is an Echo.
Step into the courage zone
Genre/Topic: Courage, Emotional intelligence, Fear management, Power
All of us have a comfort zone and a courage zone. A comfort zone is easy and comfortable. You feel safe and secure here. But the courage zone can be a little risky. You will feel uncertain here. To be successful in life, you need to get out of your comfort zone and get into […]
No free lunch
Genre/Topic: Industriousness, Resourcefulness, Responsibility
You cannot reach the top unless you climb the staircase. You cannot eat the nut unless you apply effort to break the shell. Similarly, the caterpillar cannot become a butterfly if it refuses to crawl out of its cocoon even though it is too painful. There are no free lunches! We’ll read a story in […]
Seeing through sounds
Genre/Topic: Multi-sensory perception, Overcoming disability
Let’s read an inspiring story about Ben Underwood, a healthy born child whose eyes had to be removed to stop the spreading of cancer. Even though he was blind, he did everything that a normal child did. This is an example of overcoming obstacles and leading a happy life. Ben Underwood is a motivation and […]
No hands, no problem
Genre/Topic: brainstorming activities and application, Independence, Overcoming disabilities, Reading
Do you know how important your body parts are and what role each of them plays in your life? Let’s us read a story about John Foppe, a handicapped boy and his struggle to become independent. How would your life be if you were a handicapped person like John Foppe? Are you inspired after reading […]
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When things go wrong
Self-esteem
Smart learning
Being a true friend
Positive attitude for life
Memory methods
PJ
Handling worries
Same father, different sons
Healthy living