Download Observing nature to learn lessons Students will: * Understand how the Hawaiian people of old observed things in nature to teach them valuable lessons about themselves * Learn how they can use nature to influence positive values & behaviors
Download Learning about the power of words Students will: - Understand Hawaiian thinking about the power of words - Consider how this ‘Ōlelo No’eau (historical saying) can help people think & speak pono thoughts
Download Learning about life’s journey Students will: - Listen to a story to prompt thinking about “life’s travels” (ups and downs) - Deepen understanding of the importance of challenges and overcoming obstacles.
Download Understanding the canoe to help set goals Students will: - Learn about canoe paddling in Hawaiian culture to gain understanding of the importance of patience, responsibility, support systems, and having a destination to paddle to. - Participate in an activity that teaches critical thinking, collaboration, and observation skills. - Revisit personal goals and apply new learning about the canoe to help achieve them.
Download Identifying relationships to nature Students will: * Develop a deeper understanding of who they are * Build deeper connections with the world/environment around them * Grow respect for all life and its unique and relevant expressions
Download Smart in many ways Students will: * Learn about multiple ways that intelligence is demonstrated * Use a self-assessment to discover the different ways they are smart * Begin learning how these strengths can be applied to daily life
Download Using kalo (taro) to represent family Students will: * Use the metaphor of the kalo (taro) to represent their ʻOhana (family) and connections to their genealogy.
Download Setting goals for school and life Students will: * Deepen understanding of how goals support achievement * Identify respected people; discuss how they achieved their success * Create SMART goals
Download Understanding the energy in everythingStudents will:* Deepen understand of mana, or spiritual energy * Help participants recognize and appreciate mana in people, things, and places * Experience a breathing technique that can help balance personal energy