CURIOSITY A desire to learn and explore new things • Invite campers to notice and wonder—all day, every day. Encourage them to ask questions and approach their learning with curiosity! • Spark curiosity through engaging read-alouds and meaningful discussions. Guide campers to books and texts about new areas of interest. CONFIDENCE Believing in yourself, thinking independently, and meeting challenges with persistence • Cultivate campers’ confidence by encouraging them to contribute to discussions and praising their efforts. • Urge campers to show confidence—even when they’re uncertain— by standing tall, walking proud, and speaking clearly. COURAGE Having the strength to stand up for yourself and others; taking action when it is needed • Remind campers that your classroom is a safe space where they can try new things without fear. • Acknowledge acts of courage large and small—such as a reticent speaker contributing to a class discussion, a reluctant reader exploring a new book, or an aspiring writer using new vocabulary. HOPE Thinking optimistically and believing that your efforts will lead to good things in the future • Give your campers hope by believing in them; encourage them to believe in themselves and to reach for the stars! • Remind campers that knowledge is power: The more they read, the more they’ll know!
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