Be Here
What does it mean to "Be Here" during summer vacation?
To be present and enjoy where you are.
What does it mean to be involved at summer camp or in a family activity?
It means joining in and trying your best.
What does "Be Committed" mean?
It means sticking with something and not giving up.
What’s a kind thing to say if someone drops their ice cream?
“I’m sorry that happened! Can I help you feel better?”
You're going to a park with your family. What's one way you can "Be Here"?
Pay attention to your surroundings and put away distractions.
You're at a cookout and see people setting up chairs. What can you do to be involved?
Help set up or ask how you can help.
You set a summer reading goal. What shows you’re committed?
Reading every day, even when it's hard.
How can you be kind to your brother(s) and/or sister(s) during a long car ride?
Share, stay calm, or play a game with them.
Why is getting enough sleep at night part of being here during the day?
Because rest helps you stay focused and have energy.
You don’t know how to play a game the other kids are playing. What’s a way to get involved?
Ask to join and say, “Can you show me how to play?”
You’re learning to ride a bike and fall off. What does a committed person do?
Get back on and try again.
You’re at a pool and someone is sitting alone. What can you do?
Say hello or ask if they want to play.
What might happen if you’re not mentally “there” when crossing the street?
You might not notice a car or miss a safety rule.
What is one way you can be involved at the library this summer?
Read some books, join a reading challenge or help a younger reader.
You start a puzzle but it starts to get boring. How can you stay committed?
Take a break and then come back to finish it.
You see someone litter at the park. How can you show kindness to the Earth?
Pick it up and throw it away.
You’re at the zoo and your friend keeps looking at their tablet. What can you say to help them “Be Here”?
“Let’s look at the animals together! You can use your tablet later.”
You’re shy, but you want to join a group building sandcastles. What could you say?
“Hi! Can I help you build?”
You want to get better at soccer. Name 2 ways to show commitment.
Practice every day, ask for help, or watch others play to learn.
What’s one way to spread kindness without saying a word?
Smile, share, or give a high five.