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Ethan told others what to do during games. He wanted to go first and did not wait his turn. His friends felt frustrated.
Later, Ethan waited his turn and listened to others. He spoke calmly and gave his friends time. The game was more fun for everyone.
Bossy to patient
At the beginning of the story, Max told his friends what to do during games. He did not listen to their ideas. His friends felt upset.
By the end of the story, Max listened to his friends and shared ideas. They worked together and had fun playing.
Bossy to nice
Tony joined a soccer team this season but he only made it to one practice. Tony is...
lazy, irresponsible
Maya didn’t do well on her first spelling test. She said, “Next time I’ll do better,” and studied even harder for the next one.
positive
Ava said unkind words to others. She rolled her eyes and walked away when someone tried to talk to her. People felt sad around her.
Later, Ava spoke kindly and helped others. She smiled and listened when someone talked. Everyone felt happy around her.
Mean to nice
Leila found a wallet on the playground. She didn’t take anything and immediately turned it in to the office, even though no one was watching.
At the beginning of the story, Leo did not finish his work. He took a long time to get started and needed many reminders. His work was often incomplete.
By the end of the story, Leo finished his work on time. He stayed focused and tried his best. He felt proud of what he did.
Lazy to responsible
Noah's parents have given him a list of chores to do each week. He continues to get on the computer to play games after school instead of doing his chores when he gets home. On Monday, he forgot to take out the trash. On Tuesday, he didn't empty the dishwasher after school. Noah is being...
Noah gave up when work felt hard. He pushed his paper away and sighed. He said the work was too difficult.
Later, Noah tried again. He took a deep breath and asked for help. He kept working and did not give up. When he finished, he felt proud of himself.
negative to hardworking
Kelly is getting ready for a party for her friends birthday. She made nice invitations and baked a cake she decorated with purple frosting. She is going to make her a gift and is very busy getting ready for this fun event. Kelly is
responsible
Sofia rushed through her work and made many mistakes. She did not check her answers and finished very fast.
Later, Sofia slowed down and read each question carefully. She checked her work before turning it in. She smiled because she knew she did her best.
irresponsible to responsible
Tanya disagreed with her classmates during a group project, but she listened to their ideas and explained her reasoning calmly. She worked with them to find a solution everyone could accept.
respectful
Ethan complained whenever he had to do his homework. He said, “This is too hard, I can’t do it,” and refused to try, even when the teacher offered help.
negative
Nina stood up for a student who was being teased. She spoke calmly to the group and made sure everyone felt included in the activity. Nina is...
respectful, helpful
Mark wants to buy a PS4 game. He does chores at home everyday so he can earn money at the end of the week. He has put fliers in the neighborhood letting his neighbors know he will rake their yard for cash. Mark is being....
hardworking
Jenny doesn't play with anyone at recess. She is quiet and sits alone for lunch.
shy
Ryan grabbed all the crayons before anyone else could use them. When his classmates asked for some, he said, “No, these are mine!” and didn’t share.
selfish/greedy