Moral Emotions Collage-what are ways we can help our students develop a moral character? by Debbie Chessin

Empathy

bitwteducator — 2024-12-19 13:32:27 UTC

Pride

2025-01-18 18:49:58 UTC

Keep on expressing how proud we are of the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam. Showing the many ways of how Tikkun Olam works and who it helps. Showing our students how THEY can work Tikkun Olam into THEIR daily lives as students and eventually as adults.

Appreciation

shosh2_1 — 2025-01-21 23:22:50 UTC

Choose a pleasant experience that greets the students each week, such as the snacks they enjoy each Sunday, and try to estimate the time it takes for them to be prepared. Then ask the class how long it would take them to keep the area around their desks neat. They'll notice that timewise they are at an advantage and will be more receptive to straightening out their study space, before rushing out to partake of the goodies.

2025-01-23 20:52:35 UTC

I think having them engage in activities that call for them to use their morality is a good way. Whether it’s a classroom conversation or a mitzvah project. The best way to learn is to do.

Chesed/Kindness

2025-01-24 18:16:36 UTC

I chose this image because it shows that even the youngest students can learn about how simple an act of kindness can be. I like to teach my class about various kinds of kindness, from merely smiling at someone to giving tzedakah, welcoming guests, visiting the sick, etc. We talk also about how good kindness makes US feel.

Tzedakah/Charity

2025-02-06 20:50:39 UTC

When I have my kids for our monthly BIC class, I like to install various Jewish values through arts & crafts, games, and other creative mediums! I feel that the teaching of Tzedakah/Charity is a very important Jewish value, and as a teacher, I have some responsibility in helping the children become aware of adding Tzedakah to their daily lives.

It could be simply setting an example by stating "I was happy to donate today to....

Tzedakah Part 2

2025-02-06 20:56:43 UTC

We make a new artsy Tzedakah box yearly in class, and put some change in it when the occasion arises. After our Purim Queen Esther's Cafe, we together choose an amount and discuss/learn about some Jewish/ Israeli organizations to donate a set amount to from our proceeds. The class is usually very happy with their donation. We can discuss how the donation will greatly help, and donating monthly to a local food bank is important!

Compassion

2025-02-06 23:58:07 UTC

We talk a lot to our teens about how they can relate to what their peers/family members are going through, and discuss compassion/empathy for others who may be dealing with big issues in their lives.