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Dedication

2/3/2013

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Each month, I offer classroom lessons that highlight my school district's core values. "Dedication" is our January core value, so I taught my students about the importance of never giving up.

For my youngest students, I based my lesson on The Little Engine that Could. This year, I opened my lesson with a Sesame Street music video called "Don't Give Up." Then, I discussed the story of The Little Engine and told students we would make our own train to show what we will never give up on. They loved it! I definitely recommend this lesson!

Click here for more lesson details.
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I also found this amazing video that older students may appreciate. It's about a man who was told that he would never walk without assistance, but with hard work and dedication, he was able to run.

Be ready to wipe away some tears, because this video is quite inspiring.

One of my favorite quotes from the video is: "Just because I can't do it today, doesn't mean I'm not going to be able to do it someday." That is such a wonderful message to share with our students. School isn't always easy (and it shouldn't be), because we are challenging ourselves to be better, stronger people. Let's live this message: Never, EVER give up!
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Rebekah
2/4/2013 01:09:28 am

I can't see the video or a link to it. Thanks for all you do. I've gotten great ideas from your website!

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Marissa Rex link
2/10/2013 06:58:45 am

Are you trying to view the post on a phone, because that might be why. Otherwise, you can watch the video directly on YouTube here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=McLeerGhnd4.

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Kathryn Taylor
2/6/2013 10:52:13 pm

Love this video...love your website

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Marissa Rex link
2/10/2013 06:57:04 am

Thanks so much! :)

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