–verb (used with object)
1. to make young again; restore to youthful vigor, appearance, etc.:That vacation has certainly rejuvenated him.
2. to restore to a former state; make fresh or new again:to rejuvenate an old sofa. –verb (used without object)
3. to undergo rejuvenation; revive.char·ac·ter –noun and more at dictionary.com
Current Event: Discuss this week's current events, locally and from around the world.
Click **here** and allow students to read news article.
When finished, discuss:
What is happening?
Who is involved (countries, parties, people)?
Where is this taking place (part of the world)? If you have Google Earth installed on your computer,you might use it. Start at Batesville.
Why is this happening?
How does this affect me
Today's Suggested Activities:
1 minute
Define Rejuvenation and write or display definition on the board. Definition: (Use one of the above definitions.)
Remaining minutes
Read the following Quote: "Of all the beautiful truths pertaining to the soul, none is more gladdening or fruitful than to know, you can regenerate and make yourself what you will." - William James, American Philosopher.
Whole-Group Discussion: What does William James mean? Could it be that William James recognizes the power a person has over oneself?
Journalizing: Knowing that you have power over to rejuvenate your mental and physical self, in your journal, list ways you can reach a more rejuvenated state. (For example, get more rest, do not work one hour before bedtime, put away distractions from rest such as the cellphone.)
Discuss Current Events, locally and from around the world.
Homework: Clear your schedule one hour before bedtime and rejuvenate yourself by relaxing and unwinding from the day.
Today's Objective:
Class Format: Whole-Group
Time Allotment: One 15-minute session
Word of the Week: Rejuvenate
[
ri-joo-vuh-neyt
]
–verb (used with object)
1. to make young again; restore to youthful vigor, appearance, etc.:That vacation has certainly rejuvenated him.
2. to restore to a former state; make fresh or new again:to rejuvenate an old sofa.
–verb (used without object)
3. to undergo rejuvenation; revive.char·ac·ter –noun and more at dictionary.com
Current Event: Discuss this week's current events, locally and from around the world.
Today's Suggested Activities:
Resources: dictionary.com
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