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Portraits of Character
A Human Safety Belt—Michelle Honda
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Michelle Honda aids the victims of an air mishap. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “Describe the accident. What happened and how did it affect the plane and passengers?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Are you afraid of flying in an airplane? Why or why not? Write a paragraph that explains your feelings. After you finish, find a classmate who has opposite feelings. Share your paragraphs with each other.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
Super Dive—Greg Robertson
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Greg Robertson assists an injured skydiver. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “Why is it important for a jump master to guide divers through a practice?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Do you think skydiving is too dangerous and should be banned? Or should people be allowed to risk their own lives if they want to? Write a paragraph about your views. You may also want to include suggestions for how skydiving could be made safer.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
Protester for the World—Andrei Sakharov
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Andrei Sakharov fights for human rights. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “Why was Andrei respected by the Russian government at first?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “How do Andrei’s heroics compare with Lech Walesa’s, ‘the Polish champion’? Write a comparison and contrast of these two men.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
The Giant Inside—Johnny Swain
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Johnny Swain keeps his brother from drowning. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “How did Johnny prove that he was quick to think and act?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Johnny’s actions made him feel like a giant. Have you ever done anything that made you feel good? Write about this experience. What did you do? How did you feel?” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
Robin Hood Lives!—Oprah Winfrey
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Oprah Winfrey shares her wealth. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “In what ways is Oprah Winfrey like Robin Hood?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Think of another person who is another modern-day Robin Hood. This person may be world-famous or someone you know personally. Write a character sketch of this person. Be sure you make it clear why this person seems like a Robin Hood to you.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
The Polish Champion—Lech Walesa
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Lech Walesa pushes for the Poles’ freedom. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “What qualities made Lech a leader?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Do you know someone who is a champion? What makes this person a champion? Write a letter to this person and explain why you think of him or her as a champion.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
She Touched the Future—Christa McAuliffe
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Christa McAuliffe loses her life on a shuttle mission. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “Should NASA have ended the shuttle program after this tragedy? Why or why not?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Imagine NASA has once again decided to take citizens into space. This time, they are selecting some students to make the trip. Would you want to go or not? Write a journal entry about your reaction.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
The Sky's the Limit—Christopher Marshall
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Christopher Marshall pilots a daring flight. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “Would you consider Christopher a hero even before he learned to fly? Explain.” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Write about a time when you overcame a personal problem or weakness. Or write about how you plan to overcome one of your present problems or weaknesses.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
Taking a Stand—Rosa Parks
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Rosa Parks protests Jim Crow laws. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “What risks does a hero run by taking a stand? What good might he or she do by taking a stand?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Suppose a friend of yours was arrested for fighting a law he or she thought was wrong. What would you do? Write a paragraph or two explaining how you would react and why.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.
Portraits of Character
He'll Never Be the Same—Tony Melendez
Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In th1
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Portraits of Character are easy-to-read stories that are just a few pages long. They feature everyday heroes as well as celebrities. Each story highlights an extraordinary display of character. In this story, Tony Melendez triumphs over his disability. After reading the story, use the Thinking Questions to have students discuss in pairs or teams. For example, “What birth defects created problems for Tony?” Use the Writing Ideas to have students write and share their writing with teammates or classmates. For example, “Think of a life-changing experience that you or someone you know has had. Write about this experience. Explain what happened and what effect that experience had.” Develop students’ character as well as thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills as students read and reflect on this portrait of character.