Understanding Honor Together
Grade 2 Language Arts Lesson Learning about respect and making good choices
What is Honor?
Honor means showing respect Making good choices that make your family proud Being kind and helpful to others Working hard and doing your best
Lion Dancer: Ernie's Story
Ernie celebrates Chinese New Year with his family He works hard to learn the lion dance He shows respect for his family's traditions He makes his family proud through his efforts
Let's Talk About Honor
How did Ernie show honor to his family? What does working hard mean in the story? Can you show honor by being mean to others? Why not? Why is it important to honor your family?
Honor Reflection Activity
Draw or write how Ernie showed honor Think of one way you can show honor Share your ideas with a partner Complete your Honor Reflection Worksheet
Supporting All Learners
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Keep Learning About Honor
Create a classroom 'Ways to Show Honor' display Role-play honor scenarios with classmates Interview family members about honor Share honor stories throughout the week