
After they watched the video, we discussed how Irene showed bravery. The children were actively participating in this conversation and really seemed to relate to Irene. I asked them how they have shown bravery in their own lives. I was amazed at some of the answers. I heard everything from taking swimming lessons, learning to ride a bike, moving to a new school, and even going to my grandma's funeral. (That one broke my heart!) I have a some pretty brave students!!
I recently was reminded about ABCya's Story Maker by my friend and fellow blogger, Susan, from The Digital Scoop. She gives a really good break down of the website and how to use it in one of her latest posts. I decided to show my "littles" how to navigate the program and asked them to draw a picture of them doing something that required them to be brave. We then used the text part of story maker to write a small caption that explains their picture. They turned out AMAZING! We are going to be putting them up in the hallway and making a "Hall of Bravery". I am so excited!
How are YOU brave?
PS -- If you don't have the DVD that referenced above you can use this link to have the story read to you by Al Gore on Storylineonline.net