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Each grade level has one dedicated slide. Click on your grade level to access quick and easy to implement resources. Watch this video intro to learn more.

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Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Kindergarten

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: First Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Second Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Third Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Fourth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Fifth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Sixth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Seventh Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Eighth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Ninth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Tenth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Eleventh Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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Let’s create a positive intentions to start the new year! Have your students select and share a one-word goal to remind them to be positive and kind when online. Share on Twitter!

The Power of Positive Talk & Relationships

January: Twelfth Grade

We know the power of words and actions when we are online.

Step 1: Use the discussion slide (linked here) to show the video and have a brief discussion with your students (10 - 15 minutes).

Step 2: Utilize the shared printables on the slide as an optional student extension activity.

Step 3: Click here if you would like a social media graphic to share with parents featuring conversation starters to share through Remind or Dojo. An optional family activity is also featured in the speaker notes on the linked discussion slide.

Click here or above to access the infographic that was shared via BCS social media.

This month, Alice Walker is our featured relationship expert as she discusses her book, Sweet People Are Everywhere, focusing on goodness across the globe. This title can be found as a part of our Discovery Education resources.

In our digital library, Sora, you will find I Walk With Vanessa as our January featured title and a curated collection of kindness books called “Positive Talk & Relationships.”

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“A Conversation with the Author: Alice Walker.” Discovery Education, Discovery Education, 2022, https://clever.discoveryeducation.com/learn/videos/3caec3c3-ebf9-49f8-95ac-aae360a1bd62.

CommonSenseEducators. “Teen Voices: Friendships and Boundaries.” YouTube, YouTube, 16 Sept. 2019, www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjzGxLq1Dqs.

“Digital Citizenship Curriculum.” Common Sense Education, 28 Sept. 2020, www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship/curriculum?topic=relationships--communication.

NewsyHub. “Satirizing 'Code-Switching' on Screen.” YouTube, YouTube, 6 July 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJkE_CxUHaI.

Thompson, Matt. “Five Reasons Why People Code-Switch.” NPR, NPR, 13 Apr. 2013, www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2013/04/13/177126294/five-reasons-why-people-code-switch.