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• Splitting the room in half can be a good way to tackle a painting job
• It’s better to do things right the first time
• If you have a good suggestion, adults will agree with it
• Painting a room can be a time-consuming task.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

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• eating too much candy can make you sick
• Think things through when deciding between two activities.
• Selfishness can have negative consequences
• Don't expect others to give you something just because you made a bad choice

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• There are more important things in life than being popular.
• Popularity will make you inconsiderate of other's feelings.
• Cliques shouldn't be allowed.
• Friends can sometimes let one another down.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

• Wear the clothes our parents choose for school pictures.
• Stand by your friends no matter what.
• Don't worry about what others think of you.
• Stand up for yourself.

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• Help others in their time of need.
• Be a good neighbor.
• Check with older neighbors regularly to make sure they are in good health.
• Be careful when doing things when you get old.

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CCSS.L.5.5B

• Kids should not ask for things their parents cannot afford.
• Appreciate what you have.
• Kids should save their own money if they want something.
• Kids shouldn't interrupt parents when they are talking privately. 

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CCSS.L.5.5B

• Feed the homeless.
• When people work together, more can be accomplished.
• Helping others makes people feel good.
• When people donate to worthy causes, much can be accomplished. 

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

• When you receive a gift you don't like, you should lie and say you like it.
• When asked for gift ideas, always give more than one idea.
• It's important to be gracious when someone does something for you.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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• Be an alert passenger when others are driving.
• Don't text and drive when traffic is heavy.
• Reckless behavior can hurt you and others.
• When you make a mistake, admit it.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

• Cheating can have negative consequences. 
• Follow directions given by a coach.
• Cross-country is a difficult sport for some kids.
• Don't let others influence you into making bad choices.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

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CCSS.RL.7.2