SEL / Self-Discipline

The ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations to abandon it.

Elementary:

Self-Discipline Character Ed Vido (Grades: 3-5, 4-8) Watch the short video and then have your child complete the attached worksheet, Self-Discipline in Action (Researching Character Education in Latin America Schools)

Sesame Street Waiting Game with Cookie Monster (Pre K-2) Short video clip

Middle/High:

Five Ways to Keep From Getting Distracted

Self-Discipline Character Ed Vido. Watch the short video and then have your child complete the attached worksheet, Self-Discipline in Action (Researching Character Education in Latin America Schools)

10 Exercises to Build Up Your PreFrontal Cortex (Heart-Mind Online)

Additional Resources:

8 Ideas to Help Parents Build Self-Discipline in Kids (Verywell Family)