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Dear Parents and Guardians,

Our class is using this activity guide, The Leader in Me, as an introduction to personal

leadership. All students have the capacity to lead in their own lives and affect those around

them by making positive choices. The Leader in Me provides students with activities that will

help them learn practical character and life skills that will lead to those positive choices.

Written to appeal to their age level, students are presented with fun activities designed to

get them thinking.

Your child is about to embark on an exciting journey, and our hope is that you will

ask your child how he or she is doing along the way. This activity guide gives you an

opportunity to engage, hands-on, in what your child is learning and will lead to many

“teachable moments.” Having your child reteach the content to you will give him or her

an even deeper understanding and will give both of you an opportunity to learn together!

Additionally…

The “Parent’s Place” is available at www.TheLeaderInMe.org. You will find ideas to use at

home involving the family and reinforcing your child’s learning in a fun, interactive way.

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Table of ContentsWelcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv–x What Is a Leader? Using Your Activity Guide What Are the 7 Habits? The 7 Habits Tree Hand Signs for the 7 Habits Leadership Tools The 7 Habits Around the World Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3 Habits Paradigms Principles

Habit 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9

Habit 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–15

Habit 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–21

The 7 Habits in Action: Habits 1–3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22–23

Habit 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24–29

Habit 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–35

Habit 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36–41

The 7 Habits in Action: Habits 4–6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42–43

Habit 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44–49

The 7 Habits in Action: Habits 1–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50–51

The 7 Habits Around the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52–53

You Are a Leader! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54SAMPLE

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This activity guide was made just for you, whoever you are or wherever you live. It’s called The Leader in Me because every one of you has the power to be a leader. It will give you the habits and tools that will help you on your journey.

Welcome!What is a leader?

Leaders make good choices.

Leaders plan.

Leaders get along with others.

Leaders use their talents and strengths to solve problems.

Who can be a leader?

Everyone has the power to be a leader—including you!

What are the habits and tools to be a leader?

Learning about the 7 Habits will help you to be the leader of you.

This activity guide will teach you about the 7 Habits.

This activity guide will teach you about leadership tools.

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WelcomeFor more fun activities, go to: www.TheLeaderInMe.org. v©FranklinCovey. All rights reserved.

The Leader in Me will help you discover how to be the leader of you. It will help you develop habits you can use for the rest of your life. If you have a choice to make or a friend you’re not getting along with, you can use the 7 Habits to help you.

The Leader In Me will teach you how to:

1. Think about your choices before you make them.

2. Plan ahead.

3. Get along with others.

4. Use your strengths and talents to solve problems.

This is your activity guide, so write in it, draw in it, and have fun with it!

Using Your Activity Guide

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Habit 1: Be Proactive®

I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.

Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind®

I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.

Habit 3: Put First Things First®

I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.

Habit 4: Think Win-Win®

I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. When conflicts arise, I look for a win-win solution.

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood®

I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoint (paradigm). I listen to others without interrupting. I listen with my ears, my eyes, and my heart. I am confident voicing my ideas.

Habit 6: Synergize®

I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas because I know that by teaming with others, we can create better solutions than any one of us can alone. I look for Third Alternatives.

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw®

I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep (body). I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school (brain). I spend time with family and friends (heart). I take time to find meaningful ways to help people (soul). I balance all four parts of myself.

What Are the 7 Habits?

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START WITH YOU

AND REMEMBER TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

The 7 Habits® Tree

THEN PLAY WELL WITH OTHERS

Habit 7

Habit 6

Habit 5

Habit 4

Habit 3

Habit 2

Habit 1

SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD®

Listen Before You Talk

BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND®

Have a Plan

BE PROACTIVE® You’re in Charge

SHARPEN THE SAW®

Balance Feels Best

SYNERGIZE®

Together Is Better

THINK WIN-WIN® Everyone Can Win

PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST® Work First, Then Play

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Hand Signs for the 7 Habits

Each of the 7 Habits has a hand sign to help you remember it. Can you do it?

Habit 1: Be Proactive®

Place your thumb to your chest.

Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind®

Begin (point to your feet) With the End (both hands point to the sky) in Mind (point to your head).

Habit 3: Put First Things First®

Hold up your index finger each time you say the word “first.”

Habit 4: Think Win-Win®

Think (point to your head) Win (hand out, palm open) Win (other hand out, palm open).

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood®

Place your hand over your brow like you’re looking over the horizon, then cup both hands behind your ears.

Habit 6: Synergize®

Put your hand out toward the opposite forearm and grab your forearm. Then shake your arms up and down like a “mixer.”

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw®

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Leadership Tools

Leadership Tools

As you go through the activity guide, you will see some of the tools shown below. These are fun tools that help you think, organize, and solve problems.

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The 7 Habits Around the World

The journey to leadership starts with the 7 Habits. Each time you learn a habit, you go farther on your journey to being a leader.

“The 7 Habits Around the World” pages in the back of your activity guide will help you track your journey.

One last thing.

Before you take a journey, you need to prepare.

The “Foundation” section will help you prepare.

Have a super, fantastic, wonderful trip!

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readers’ Theatre

HABIT 1

Cast: Narrator, Marcos, Mom

Narrator: The day started out like any other. Then Marcos looked outside. It had snowed—a lot! It was the first snowfall of the year and Marcos wanted to go play in it!

Marcos: Wow, this is great! I’m going to get my sled!

Mom: Why are you getting your sled? We are going to Grandma’s house.

Marcos: Do I have to go? I don’t want to!

Mom: But you told Grandma you would come. She is so happy when you visit.

Marcos: But it’s snowing and all my friends will be playing outside today. If only I could stay home. This makes me so mad!

Narrator: Marcos was in a bad mood. But did he have to be? Let’s find out.

Marcos: I wish I didn’t have to go. This is going to be a bad day!

Mom: This does not have to be a bad day. You are choosing to be in a bad mood.

Marcos: What do you mean?

Mom: We promised Grandma we would visit. How can you be the leader of you and make it a good visit for Grandma and for you?

Narrator: Marcos thought for awhile.

Marcos: Well, there’s probably snow at Grandma’s house too. Can I take my sled? Can I take a friend? I can visit with Grandma and then we can play in the snow.

Mom: Great idea, Marcos! You are choosing to be responsible and think of ways to make the visit work.

Marcos: This is going to be a great day after all!

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Answer: A map.

Be Proactive

What has cities without houses, rivers without water, and forests without trees?

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AcTIvITy 2Habit 1: Be ProactiveI am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.

This is the Circle of Control/Circle of No Control.

Draw lines from things you have control over to the inner circle. Draw lines from things you do not have control over to the outer circle.

A past mistake

Circle of Control Diagram

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Your mood

How you treat friends

Your actions

The weather

Your attitude

Someone else’s actions

Your grades

Circle of ControlI am the leader

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In Japan, students are leaders of cleaning their classrooms and school. Each student has an important job. The students take responsibility for their job. They choose to be proud of their work and proud of their school. They choose to be leaders and Be Proactive.

What do they do?

•Eachdaystudentscleanthebathrooms. •Eachdaystudentswipethefloorsandstairs. •Eachdaystudentsmovethedeskstoonesideof the room and clean the floor. Then they move the desks to the other side of the room and clean the rest of the floor. •Eachdaystudentscleantheteacher’serasers.

What would you do if you had to clean your classroom?

What would you do if you had to clean your school?

Would you choose to be upset?

Would you choose to be proud of the responsibility?Be ProactiveAcTIvITy 3

Fun FactIn Japan, teachers move from class to class while students stay in one room.

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Use the Fishbone Diagram to show how students in Japan are proactive. In each of the blanks, write one thing Japanese students do to keep their school clean.

Greeting in Japan:

Konnichiwa (cone-NEE-chee-wah)

Fun FactJapan is made up of over 6000 islands.

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Japanese students are proactive. They keep their school clean.

Fun FactThe golden retriever is the most popular pet dog in Japan.

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AcTIvITy 4

Write a haiku poem about being a leader by using Habit 1: Be Proactive.

First you start with five.

In the middle are seven.

Five again—the end.

Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry that began 400 years ago. Haiku poems have a pattern. The first line has five syllables. The second line has seven syllables. The third line has five syllables.

Example:

First, you start with five. In the middle are seven. Five again—the end.

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What are two ways you could be a leader and make your school a better place?

Teach to LearnTurn to a neighbor and take turns explaining what Habit 1 means to you. Turn to “The 7 Habits Around the World” and track your journey through Habit 1.

AcTIvITy 5

Draw a picture of one of the ways.

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