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Everyday Heroes Presentation Outline

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60 minutes, teachers and parents (all ages of children)
Everday Heroes
Overview of Workshop
In light of recent events, it is now time for our nation to reexamine the meaning of true heroism and to teach our children about the importance and costs of courage.

In this workshop, particpants will learn how true courage and heroism originate in early childhood. Developmentally-appropriate family and classroom practices will be discussed. The importance of parents and teachers collaborating to nurture courage in children will be emphasized.

As a result of this workshop, participants will:
* Review their teaching and parenting practices for their potential impact on the development of courage.
* Observe children for evidence of courage in their everyday lives.
* Incorporate themes of courage in storytime and group activities.

Outline
What is courage?

spacerExamples of courage in children and adults
spacerDefinition of courage
What is heroism?
spacerExamples of heroism in older children and adults
spacerDefinition of heroism
Heroism, risk and sacrifice
spacerAll heroism involves confronting danger
Why courage and heroism are critical talents
The importance of fear
spacerFear is an important emotion, necessary for survival
spacerHeroic behavior depends on controlled fear
How children learn courage
Five conditions for heroism
spacerRecognizing risk
spacerManaging fear
spacerValuing all life
spacerMaking smart decisions
spacerCommiting to a noble goal
Summary and implications

Additional presentations will be summarized here as they are developed so be sure to check back. If you need more information, consult the Everyday Heroes FACS Lesson available from your Kansas County FACS Agent. This outline is subject to last minute changes. This is not a "canned" presentation and is being constantly adapted to reflect new information and audience needs.


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