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 * Today's Objective**: To cultivate the positive character trait of **respect.**


 * Essential Questions/Topic Starters**: The American Philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "Men are respectable only as they respect." What do you think Emerson meant by this?


 * Class Format:** Journalizing, Whole-group discussion


 * Time Allotment**: One 15-Minute Session

consideration in which one holds for another person or thing.
 * Today's Suggested Activities**:
 * 1 minute
 * Define **Respect (**and write or display definition on the board). Definition: Special esteem or
 * 5 minutes
 * Discuss the **Essential Question**: The American Philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "Men are respectable only as they respect." What do you think Emerson meant by this?
 * Remaining Session
 * Journalizing and Discussion: Activity 1
 * Homework: Show consideration and regard for yourself, others, and the world around you.

//Respect, Regard, Value, Admire, Appreciate//
 * Key Words:**

**Quote:** //"Respect a man and he will do all the more."// - John Wooden, Basketball Coach


 * Resources**: [|Martin J. Marrazo], [|About.Com]

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