2. Lesson 3 Character helps shape behavior. What values might prompt this teen to return the found wallet? Building Character

3. Lesson 3 Describe the importance of good character for self, others, and community Apply communication skills and practice behaviors that show respect for self, family, and others Analyze ways to demonstrate good character In this lesson, you will learn to: Lesson Objectives

4. Lesson 3 Values shape your priorities, and they help you distinguish right from wrong. The values that help you make healthful, well- informed decisions are also traits of good character.character Character Building Character

5. Lesson 3 Core Ethical Values Good character is an outward expression of inner values. Core ethical values are the highest of all human values. They guide you toward healthy, responsible choices. What Is Good Character?

6. Lesson 3 Traits of Good Character Respect Responsibility Fairness Caring Citizenship Character and Health Trustworthiness

7. Lesson 3 Character Development Stand up for your beliefs. Ask family members for tips on strengthening values. Join volunteer groups in your school or community. Developing Your Character Form friendships with people who exhibit core ethical values. Learn from people who demonstrate good character traits.

8. Lesson 3 Positive Role Models Having positive role models is important in developing and strengthening good character traits.role models Parents, grandparents, other family members, teachers, coaches, religious leaders, and volunteers are some role models. When your behaviors reflect good character, you may inspire others to act in kind, responsible ways, too. Developing Your Character

9. Lesson 3 Contributing to Your Home, School, and Community By demonstrating good character, you practice behaviors that make a difference: At home: You demonstrate trustworthiness and reliability at home when you carry out your responsibilities. At school: By observing school rules, you show respect for teachers and fellow students. In your community: Good citizenship means obeying laws, respecting the needs of others, and being tolerant of differences. Demonstrating Good Character

10. Lesson 3 Q. Having positive _____ is important in developing and strengthening good character traits. 1.character 2.role models 3.values 4.goals Choose the appropriate option. Quick Review

11. Lesson 3 A. 2. Role models Having positive role models is important in developing and strengthening good character traits. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

12. Lesson 3 Quick Review Q. The six primary traits of good character are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and wealth. True False Choose the appropriate option.

13. Lesson 3 Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer A. False. The six primary traits of good character are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

14. Lesson 3 Quick Review 1.By demonstrating trustworthiness and reliability at home when you carry out your responsibilities 2. By observing school rules, thereby showing respect for teachers and other students 3. By obeying laws, respecting the needs of others, and being tolerant of difference 4. All of the above Q. You can make a difference at home, in school, and in your community in the following ways:

15. Lesson 3 Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer A. 4. All of the above You can make a difference at home, school, and in your community by demonstrating trustworthiness and reliability at home when you carry out your responsibilities; observing school rules and showing respect for teachers and other students; and by practicing good citizenship by obeying rules, respecting the needs of others, and being tolerant of difference.

16. Lesson 3 Q. Caring, responsibility, and good business sense are character traits that exist across cultures. True False Quick Review Choose the appropriate option.

17. Lesson 3 Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer A. False. Good business sense is not a character trait. Caring, responsibility, and respect are character traits that exist across cultures.

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19. Lesson 3 A. Correct! Having positive role models is important in developing and strengthening good character traits. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

20. Lesson 3 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer

21. Lesson 3 A. Correct! The six primary traits of good character are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

22. Lesson 3 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer

23. Lesson 3 A. Correct! You can make a difference at home, school, and in your community by demonstrating trustworthiness and reliability at home when you carry out your responsibilities; observing school rules and showing respect for teachers and other students; and by practicing good citizenship by obeying rules, respecting the needs of others, and being tolerant of difference. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

24. Lesson 3 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer

25. Lesson 3 A. Correct! Good business sense is not a character trait. Caring, responsibility, and respect are character traits that exist across cultures. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

26. Lesson 3 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer

27. Lesson 3 Values shape your priorities, and they help you distinguish right from wrong. The values that help you make healthful, well- informed decisions are also traits of good character.character Character Character consists of those distinctive qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Building Character

28. Lesson 3 Positive Role Models Having positive role models is important in developing and strengthening good character traits.role models Parents, grandparents, other family members, teachers, coaches, religious leaders, and volunteers are some role models. When your behaviors reflect good character, you may inspire others to act in kind, responsible ways, too. A role model is someone whose success or behavior serves as an example for others. Developing Your Character