1. Video Clip Journal Prompts

2. What lesson can we learn from Jason McElwain’s story?
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What lesson can we learn from Jason McElwain’s story?

3. What does this story teach us about friendship?
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What does this story teach us about friendship?

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What is the purpose of the “Free Hug Campaign”? Would You have given a hug? Why or why not?

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Do you think these babies are really communicating with each other? What do you think they are they saying? Why?

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Do you think making something more fun can change behavior? Why or why not?

7. Is it a positive or a negative to be different? Explain your answer.
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Is it a positive or a negative to be different? Explain your answer.

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What do you think “if you never failed, you never lived” means? Do you think it is true? Why or why not?

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Discuss the role that social media plays in your life. Is it a positive or a negative?

10. Do you think animals have the same emotions as humans?
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Do you think animals have the same emotions as humans?
Why or why not?

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What is your biggest dream? How would you react if someone told you that your dream was impossible?

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Have you ever felt like giving up? Give an example and describe how you dealt with this.

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Do you think you are critical of your appearance? Do you think others would be just as critical or not?

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What are the qualities someone must demonstrate to be called a hero?

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Do you think online dating is a good way to find a mate? Why or why not?

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Do you think tanning beds should be banned? Why or why not?

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Do you think cyber bulling is a problem at our school? Why or why not?

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Do you think that video games have a negative effect on teens? Why or why not?

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Do you think cell phones have a place in the classroom? Why or why not?

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What would you do if you had a million dollars? Explain and give reasons for your choice.

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What are you most scared of? Explain where you think this fear came from.

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What do you think the message of this video is?
Why is this an important message to understand?

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How has technology helped to bring the world closer together? Give some examples in your answer.

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What are some things you are grateful for after watching this video? Do you ever complain about something that isn’t really a big deal?

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The message of this video is “change your words, change your world”. What do you think this means? Give examples from your life to explain.

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What career/job would you love to have if money was no object? Choose something you are passionate about, and explain why you would choose that job.

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What does music mean to you?

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What are some stereotypes people have about getting older? How does this video dispel these stereotypes?

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Do you think all schools should have uniforms? Why or why not?

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Do you think the government has the right to have control over all decisions for a country? Why or why not?

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Do you think that scientists should attempt human cloning?

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Would you prefer to go to a single gender school, or do you prefer a co-ed school?

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What are some things you do to help the environment?

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Do you think certain websites on the Internet should be censored? Why or why not?

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If someone discovered a formula to live forever, would it be a blessing or a curse? Give reasons for your answer.

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Do you think that schools should have metal detectors or security guards? Why or why not?

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Do you think that honesty is always the best policy, or are there some times that lying is okay?

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What is your opinion on Mike Jeffries’ comments? Does it change your opinion about this brand?

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Would you still drink energy drinks after watching this video? Explain why?

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What are the positives and negatives of the invention of the cellphone?

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Do you think the media plays the most important role in shaping teens’ views on beauty? Explain.

42. How have challenges in your life motivated you?
Who is a role model to you? How do they strive to make you a better person? Explain.
How have challenges in your life motivated you?
How can you related to Devin Oliver’s life or his sister’s life?