Name That Trait
Ava’s best friend won an award that Ava really wanted. Even though she was a little disappointed, she cheered the loudest and congratulated her friend with a big hug.
Supportive/Selfless
Sentence: "Even though Sophie was exhausted, she spent hours working on her science project because she wanted to turn in her best work."
Traits: Dedicated/Hardworking
Evidence: Even though she was tired, Sophie put in the time and effort.
What is the opposite of "selfish"?
Generous/Thoughtful
👉 Lionel Messi
📝 What is one strong character trait he demonstrates? Explain why this trait applies to him.
Answer: Hardworking & Determined – Despite facing challenges early in his career, including being told he was too small to succeed in soccer, he trained relentlessly, improved his skills, and became one of the greatest players of all time, winning multiple championships and the World Cup.
Marcus always questions things he reads or hears instead of believing them right away. He asks thoughtful questions and looks up multiple sources before forming an opinion.
Curious/Analytical
Sentence: "When Alex’s younger brother accidentally broke his model airplane, he took a deep breath and calmly told him it was okay instead of getting angry."
Traits: Patient/Understanding
Evidence: Alex took a deep breath; calmly told him.
What is the opposite of "lazy"?
Hardworking/Diligent
👉 Martin Luther King Jr.
📝 *What is one strong character trait he demonstrated? Explain why this trait applies to him.
Answer: Courageous – He led the Civil Rights Movement with strength and determination, using nonviolent protests and powerful speeches to advocate for racial equality and justice. Even in the face of threats and opposition, he remained committed to his vision of a fair and united society.
Theo never backs down from a challenge and always stands up for his friends when they are being treated unfairly.
Courageous/Brave
Sentence: "Ben spoke up when he saw his friend being treated unfairly, even though it meant standing up to a group of kids he usually hangs out with."
Traits: Courageous/Principled
Evidence: Ben had to stand up to a group of kids he usually hangs out with.
What is the opposite of "reckless"?
Careful/Cautious
👉 Thomas Edison
📝 What is one strong character trait he demonstrated? Explain why this trait applies to him.
Answer: Perseverant – He kept experimenting and improving until he successfully invented the lightbulb, even after failing over 1,000 times.
Javier noticed a new student sitting alone at lunch. Even though he was nervous, he invited the student to sit with his friends and helped him feel included.
Inclusive/Compassionate
Sentence: "After losing the debate competition, Priya watched the winning team’s speech again to learn what they did well so she could improve next time."
Traits: Reflective/Growth Mindset
Evidence: Priya watched the winning team’s speech so she could improve next time.
What is the opposite of "arrogant"?
Humble
👉 Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
📝 What is one strong character trait he demonstrated? Explain why this trait applies to him.
Answer: Peaceful – He led India’s independence movement through nonviolent protests and hunger strikes, proving that change can happen without violence.
Dylan and his team lost the championship game by just one point. Instead of getting angry or blaming others, he shook hands with the winners and told them they deserved it.
Sportsmanship/Mature
Sentence: "Carla knew the group project wasn’t going well, so she gathered her teammates, divided up the tasks fairly, and helped keep everyone on track."
Traits: Leadership/Proactive
Evidence: She gathered her teammates and helped keep everyone on track.
What is the opposite of "determined"?
Unmotivated/Defeatist
👉 Jackie Robinson
📝 What is one strong character trait he demonstrated? Explain why this trait applies to him.
Answer: Resilient – As the first Black Major League Baseball player in modern history, he faced discrimination and hostility but remained focused on his game. His perseverance and dignity in the face of injustice helped break racial barriers in sports and inspired change far beyond baseball.