What is WhyTry? The WhyTry Corrections Program consists of ten visual analogies with solutions and questions to help students gain insight into how to deal with daily challenges. The program helps students answer the question, “Why try in life?” when they are frustrated, angry, or confused with life’s pressures and challenges. It teaches students that […]
Fire in the HolePDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF InstructionsIntroduction:When faced with challenges in life, we can utilize support systems, character-heart, positive self-talk, and other resources to get us through. This simple challenge will help students recognize the
Jumping HurdlesPDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF InstructionsIntroduction:This activity will help students better visualize the “Jumping Your Hurdles” metaphor. It will demonstrate that if we work hard and take our challenges one step at a time, we will
Human TanglePDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF InstructionsIntroduction:This activity will enable students to get untangled (out of the flood zone) using positive self-talk, character and heart, passion/purpose, and support systems as motivation to accomplish the task. Details: Space: Moderate
Gender GapPDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF Instructions Download Supplementary Materials: StoriesIntroduction: This activity is designed to help participants see that stereotyping, or preconceived ideas about someone simply because of gender, race, age, etc. can often lead to
