Courage

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Description (from Crossroads Series)

As students grow up, they will face many personal situations that call for both physical and emotional courage. This unit explores many forms of courage, not just daring physical acts students are familiar with from movie or TV. They will explore the inner courage it takes to make a life-or-death decision, the courage needed to change and grow, and the courage that allows a person to accept himself or herself.

Students sould have opportunities to experience many genres in this unit: short stories, poetry, diary entries, non-fiction profiles, and comic strips. They should also have the chance to write a personal narrative, a biographical profile, a sequel to a short story, and poetry, and to gain practice editing and revising their work. Researching, creating visuals and extending oral communication are also explored in this unit.

Major Integrated Resource (MIR)

• Nelson Mini-Anthologies available from Nelson Publishing Company

• Quotations on Courage - Here is a collecton of courage oriented quotations.
• Teaching Guide - Courage - includes a self-evaluation, discussion questions, writing assignments, and student activities.
• Decorations for Bravery - Visit this Web site from the Governor General's Office for more information about the Cross of Valour, the Star of Courage, and the Medal of Bravery.

Related Novel Sets Available from the Curriculum Materials Centre

• Jean Val Jean by Solomon Cleaver - This re-issue of Solomon Cleaver’s popular adaptation of Les Miserables, by Victor Hugo includes the original black and white movie stills. This novel is useful, not only for its view of the poverty and injustice facing ordinary citizens during the French Revolution, but also for its affirmation of the values of forgiveness and love. The teacher’s guide, written by James A. MacNeill, contains suggestions for introductory discussion, and response or extension activities. Included are historical notes regarding the people, events, and technology of the era.

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