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 Hole PDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF Instructions Introduction: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
Jumping Hurdles PDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF Instructions Introduction: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,
Human Tangle PDF InstructionsPrefer a PDF? Just click the button below and you can download or view a PDF version of this activity. Download PDF Instructions Introduction: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.
Gender Gap PDF 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: Stories Introduction: This activity is designed to help participants see that stereotyping, or preconceived ideas about someone simply because of gender, race, age, etc. can often
