Effort is how hard you work at something. Don't be lazy but give 100% to everything you do!

Talking Points:

  • Give 100% effort in school. Be a good listener when your teacher is giving instructions and work hard at your assignments. 
  • Give 100% effort in your activities. Whether you’re at a sport practice or piano lessons, focus and give your full effort everyday. 
  • Give 100% effort at home. Help with chores with a happy heart and do it right the first time!
Discussion:
  1. Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
  2. What does effort mean? What have you worked really hard to get better at in your life?
  3. How do you need to give more effort at school? How about at home?
  4. How does your effort at practice impact your ability to play the game or the instrument?
  5. What are some goals you have for yourself this year (grades, sports, instrument, etc.) Make a list of things you can do to accomplish those goals. What kind of effort will that take?
  6. Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?