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Book Synopsis
During the first years in school children need to learn reading, writing and arithmetic, but it seems equally important to develop social and communicative skills and good values. While there are plenty of teaching programs on the "Three Rs" it is not easy to find curricula for social behavior and character development.

This workbook provides a clear teaching sequence on eight long-term objectives, such as being reliable, authentic, empathetic, self-controlled and a good team player. In 130 cartons daily problem situations are pictured and possible solutions are presented. While making good value choices children learn at the same time to become competent communicators. Typical as well as special needs students are encouraged to pro-social behaviors which are a solid foundation for school, social and future professional success.



Table of Contents
  • Introduction
  • Method of the Social Cartoon Curriculum
  • A) Examples for positive behavior in elementary school
  • STAR Program
  • S = Safety First
  • T = There and Ready
  • A = Act responsible
  • R = Respect self and others
  • S – Safety First
  • Wearing a helmet
  • Paying attention at the swings
  • T – There and Ready
  • Arriving on time to class
  • Not interrupting in class
  • A – Act responsible
  • Helping a classmate with nose bleeding
  • Handing back a lost wallet
  • R – Respect self and others
  • No burping
  • Respecting classmates from different cultures
  • B) Long-Time Goals (LTG) for social behavior
  • LTG 1 Being kind, popular and making friends
  • STG 1 Following instructions
  • Cleaning up your room
  • Coming when called
  • STG 2 Taking the perspectives of others
  • Being careful on stairs
  • Comforting your neighbor
  • STG 3 Helping and respecting others
  • Letting younger siblings win
  • Offering a seat to someone on the bus
  • STG 4 Being helpful
  • Helping a classmate with his homework
  • Helping your dad with washing the car
  • STG 5 Being humble
  • Not bragging about your skills
  • Not bragging about your possessions
  • LTG 2 Being responsible and reliable
  • STG 1 Respecting instructions
  • Respecting school decisions
  • Respecting behavior rules
  • STG 2 Doing what you promised
  • Doing your homework
  • Answering text messages
  • STG 3 Doing what is expected
  • Writing an essay
  • Unloading dishwasher
  • STG 4 Taking responsibility for others and the environment
  • Babysitting
  • Taking a classmate in a wheelchair along
  • STG 5 Time management and being on time
  • Not showering for too long
  • Arriving on time for an internship
  • LTG 3 Having good team skills
  • STG 1 Setting team-goals
  • Following instructions during physical education class
  • Accepting team decisions
  • STG 2 Accepting criticism
  • Accepting critical arguments
  • Accepting critique about behavior
  • STG 3 Suggesting or accepting compromises
  • Choice of restaurants
  • Choice of movies
  • STG 4 Being fair
  • Dividing tasks fairly
  • Giving everyone a chance
  • C) Goals for positive personality characteristics
  • LTG 4 Being optimistic
  • STG 1 Never give up
  • Practicing swimming
  • Keep going when physical effort is needed
  • STG 2 Thinking positive about yourself and others
  • Don´t be envious
  • Don't take revenge
  • STG 3 Taking chances and giving others a chance
  • Including minorities
  • Including younger siblings
  • LTG 5 Dealing with frustration and using coping strategies
  • STG 1 Dealing with the fear of failing
  • Dealing with a rejection letter
  • Dealing with lack of popularity
  • STG 2 Dealing with losses and thinking positive
  • Divorce of parents
  • Loss of a school-friend
  • LTG 6 Being loyal and trustworthy
  • STG 1 Being loyal
  • Not making fun of your parents
  • Respecting teachers
  • STG 2 Being real and self-confident
  • Don't join when peers instigate trouble
  • Don't join dangerous activities
  • STG 3 Being honest even though you fear punishment or disadvantages
  • Admitting when you damaged something
  • Admitting when you stole something
  • LTG 7 Being self-controlled
  • STG 1 Being aware of yourself and others
  • Not annoying others by your monologues
  • Not everyone consider nail biting cool
  • STG 2 Dealing with stress
  • Using calming strategies during an exam
  • Don't be angry when bullied
  • D) Goals for communicative competence
  • LTG 8 Being a good conversational partner
  • STG 1 Giving compliments
  • About someone's clothes
  • About someone´s possession
  • STG 2 Apologizing and making up for mistakes
  • Apologizing when hurting someone
  • Apologizing when breaking something
  • STG 3 Clarifying misunderstandings
  • Clarifying wrong assumptions
  • Clarifying misunderstandings
  • STG 4 "You talk" instead of "Me talk"
  • Don't persevere about your favorite subject
  • Don't be a "show-off"
  • STG 5 Showing interest towards others and paying attention
  • Paying attention when success is mentioned
  • Paying attention when loss is mentioned
  • STG 6 Showing gratitude
  • For a dinner invitation
  • For a trip

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      Publisher: Future Horizons Incorporated
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 30/05/2021
      ISBN13: 9781949177671, 978-1949177671
      ISBN10: 194917767X
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      During the first years in school children need to learn reading, writing and arithmetic, but it seems equally important to develop social and communicative skills and good values. While there are plenty of teaching programs on the "Three Rs" it is not easy to find curricula for social behavior and character development.

      This workbook provides a clear teaching sequence on eight long-term objectives, such as being reliable, authentic, empathetic, self-controlled and a good team player. In 130 cartons daily problem situations are pictured and possible solutions are presented. While making good value choices children learn at the same time to become competent communicators. Typical as well as special needs students are encouraged to pro-social behaviors which are a solid foundation for school, social and future professional success.



      Table of Contents
      • Introduction
      • Method of the Social Cartoon Curriculum
      • A) Examples for positive behavior in elementary school
      • STAR Program
      • S = Safety First
      • T = There and Ready
      • A = Act responsible
      • R = Respect self and others
      • S – Safety First
      • Wearing a helmet
      • Paying attention at the swings
      • T – There and Ready
      • Arriving on time to class
      • Not interrupting in class
      • A – Act responsible
      • Helping a classmate with nose bleeding
      • Handing back a lost wallet
      • R – Respect self and others
      • No burping
      • Respecting classmates from different cultures
      • B) Long-Time Goals (LTG) for social behavior
      • LTG 1 Being kind, popular and making friends
      • STG 1 Following instructions
      • Cleaning up your room
      • Coming when called
      • STG 2 Taking the perspectives of others
      • Being careful on stairs
      • Comforting your neighbor
      • STG 3 Helping and respecting others
      • Letting younger siblings win
      • Offering a seat to someone on the bus
      • STG 4 Being helpful
      • Helping a classmate with his homework
      • Helping your dad with washing the car
      • STG 5 Being humble
      • Not bragging about your skills
      • Not bragging about your possessions
      • LTG 2 Being responsible and reliable
      • STG 1 Respecting instructions
      • Respecting school decisions
      • Respecting behavior rules
      • STG 2 Doing what you promised
      • Doing your homework
      • Answering text messages
      • STG 3 Doing what is expected
      • Writing an essay
      • Unloading dishwasher
      • STG 4 Taking responsibility for others and the environment
      • Babysitting
      • Taking a classmate in a wheelchair along
      • STG 5 Time management and being on time
      • Not showering for too long
      • Arriving on time for an internship
      • LTG 3 Having good team skills
      • STG 1 Setting team-goals
      • Following instructions during physical education class
      • Accepting team decisions
      • STG 2 Accepting criticism
      • Accepting critical arguments
      • Accepting critique about behavior
      • STG 3 Suggesting or accepting compromises
      • Choice of restaurants
      • Choice of movies
      • STG 4 Being fair
      • Dividing tasks fairly
      • Giving everyone a chance
      • C) Goals for positive personality characteristics
      • LTG 4 Being optimistic
      • STG 1 Never give up
      • Practicing swimming
      • Keep going when physical effort is needed
      • STG 2 Thinking positive about yourself and others
      • Don´t be envious
      • Don't take revenge
      • STG 3 Taking chances and giving others a chance
      • Including minorities
      • Including younger siblings
      • LTG 5 Dealing with frustration and using coping strategies
      • STG 1 Dealing with the fear of failing
      • Dealing with a rejection letter
      • Dealing with lack of popularity
      • STG 2 Dealing with losses and thinking positive
      • Divorce of parents
      • Loss of a school-friend
      • LTG 6 Being loyal and trustworthy
      • STG 1 Being loyal
      • Not making fun of your parents
      • Respecting teachers
      • STG 2 Being real and self-confident
      • Don't join when peers instigate trouble
      • Don't join dangerous activities
      • STG 3 Being honest even though you fear punishment or disadvantages
      • Admitting when you damaged something
      • Admitting when you stole something
      • LTG 7 Being self-controlled
      • STG 1 Being aware of yourself and others
      • Not annoying others by your monologues
      • Not everyone consider nail biting cool
      • STG 2 Dealing with stress
      • Using calming strategies during an exam
      • Don't be angry when bullied
      • D) Goals for communicative competence
      • LTG 8 Being a good conversational partner
      • STG 1 Giving compliments
      • About someone's clothes
      • About someone´s possession
      • STG 2 Apologizing and making up for mistakes
      • Apologizing when hurting someone
      • Apologizing when breaking something
      • STG 3 Clarifying misunderstandings
      • Clarifying wrong assumptions
      • Clarifying misunderstandings
      • STG 4 "You talk" instead of "Me talk"
      • Don't persevere about your favorite subject
      • Don't be a "show-off"
      • STG 5 Showing interest towards others and paying attention
      • Paying attention when success is mentioned
      • Paying attention when loss is mentioned
      • STG 6 Showing gratitude
      • For a dinner invitation
      • For a trip

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