Character is everything.

1. It is much cheaper to ethically teach good character
to a child than to repair a broken man!
Compiled by:
Zahid Islam Tanoli
tanoli99@hotmail.com
The Six Pillars of Character

2. 1. TRUSTWORTHINESS
Wise Skill Objectives
Keeping a
Positive Attitude
Students will see the importance of maintaining a positive
attitude even in difficult situations.
Dependability Students will see the importance of being responsible and
Dependable at home and in school.
Initiative & Effort
Students will see the importance of initiative and putting
their best effort into what they do.
Learning from
Discipline
Students will see the importance of learning from being
disciplined at home and in school.
Patience
Students will see the importance of having patience.
Honesty Students will see the importance of being honest.

3. LEARNING
BE HONEST. . .
Don't lie, cheat, or steal.
BE RELIABLE . . .
Keep your promises and follow through on your
commitments.
HAVE THE COURAGE . . .
to do what is right, even when it seems difficult.
BE A GOOD FRIEND . . .
and don't betray a trust.

4. 2. RESPECT
Wise Skill Objectives
Positive Speech
Students will understand the power of words and will see
the importance of speaking positive words to others.
Positive Thoughts
Students will learn how their thoughts affect their attitudes
and actions and see the importance of having positive
thoughts.
Self-Respect
Students will see the importance of treating themselves
with respect.
Respect for Others
Students will understand the importance of having respect
for others.
Resolving Conflicts
Wisely
Students will see the importance of solving disagreements
peacefully and will gain skills for effective conflict
resolution.

5. LEARNING
Are teasing, putdowns, and insults fun or funny?
Treat other people the way you want to be treated.
Be courteous and polite.
Listen to what other people have to say.
Don't insult people, or make fun of them, or call them names.
Don't bully or pick on others.
Don't judge people before you get to know them.

6. 3. RESPONSIBILITY
Wise Skill
Objectives
Perseverance Students will understand the importance of perseverance
and working hard even when they feel like giving up.
Self-Control
Students will see the importance of self-control to keep
them from hurting themselves or others.
Developing
Talents
Students will appreciate their own talents and see the
importance of developing their abilities.
Facing
Challenges
Students will see the importance of learning and growing
through challenges and mistakes.
Having Hopes
&
Dreams
Students will see the importance of having hopes and
dreams for their future.
Goal Setting Students will see the importance of setting and reaching
personal goals.

7. LEARNING
Have you ever let somebody else take the blame for something
you did? What happened?
How did the other person feel about it?
Be reliable and dependable; when you agree to do something,
do it.
Take care of your own business. Don't make others do what you
are supposed to do.
Take responsibility for your actions; don't make excuses or
blame others.
Use your head; think before you act;

8. 4. FAIRNESS
Wise Skill Objectives
Tolerance Students will see the importance of respecting and
accepting people who are different from them.
Keeping A Good
Conscience
Students will understand the importance of making good
choices and having a good conscience.
Humility Students will see the importance of showing humility and
considering the needs of others.
Communication Students will see the importance of effectively
communicating their needs and feelings with others.
Managing Feelings Students will see the importance of managing feelings,
especially anger.

9. LEARNING
Have you ever said, "That’s unfair"? How do you know when
something is unfair?
Has anybody ever tricked you or cheated you? How did you
feel about it?
Treat people the way you want to be treated.
Take Turns.
Tell the truth.
Play by the rules.
Think about how your actions will affect others.
Listen to people with an open mind.
Don't blame others for your mistakes.
Don't take advantage of other people.

10. 5.CARING
Wise Skill Objectives
Thankfulness Students will see the importance of being thankful for
what they have and receive.
Cooperation
Students will see the importance of cooperation and
working well together with others.
Friendship Students will see the importance of positive friendships
and will learn how to be a good friend.
Compassion Students will see the importance of having compassion
and showing kindness towards others.
Forgiveness Students will understand the benefits of giving and
receiving forgiveness.

11. LEARNING
If I told you I thought you were a very caring person, what would that mean?
What is a caring person?
Treat people with kindness and generosity.
Help people in need.
Be sensitive to people's feelings.
Never be mean or hurtful.
Think about how your actions will affect others.
Always remember - we become caring people by doing caring things!

12. 6. CITIZENSHIP
Wise Skill Objectives
Respect for
Authority
Students will see the benefits of obeying their parents,
teachers and others in authority.
Being a Good
Example
Students will see the importance of being good examples
to others.
Courage Students will see the importance of showing courage in
their relationships.
Service Students will see the importance of serving and helping
others.
Good Citizenship Students will see the value of good citizenship and
contributing to their community.

13. LEARNING
What is a hero? Who is one of your heroes? Why, what makes that person a
hero?
Do your share to make your school, your community, and the world a better
place. .
Take responsibility for what goes on around you.
Participate in community service.
Help take care of the environment.
Be a good neighbor.
Treat other people with respect and dignity.
Follow the rules of your family, your school, and your society.

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