Stories, Film and Art
Courage is demonstrated by heroes from across the globe in these featured films, art and stories. The quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger and do something even when there is a risk is at the core of the character trait of courage. Meet remarkable heroes through these films, art and stories, and create a dialogue with your students on the importance of practicing courage in our daily lives.
The heroes featured in these short films face challenges and carry on with strength and dignity.
Bianca Valenti is one of the few professional female big wave surfers, and she fights for equality in surfing.
Demi Lovato is a singer and actress who speaks up about mental health issues.
Iqbal Masih was a child laborer in Pakistan whose parents forced him to work starting at age 4 to pay off their debts. He escaped by age 10 and became an activist.
Jeni Stepanek shares with us how her son Mattie was her hero.
Ruby Bridges was the first black child to attend the then all white William Frantz Elementary School.
Portrait of Rosa Parks who refused to give up her seat on the bus even when she faced great adversity and racism
Nkosi Johnson was a young South African child with HIV/AIDS, who made a powerful impact before his death.
Malala the young activist stood up to her enemies and continued to champion young girls' rights
Iqbal Masih was a child laborer in Pakistan whose parents forced him to work starting at age 4 to pay off their debts.
Organizer created on 8/13/2020 10:51:15 AM by Laura Nietzer
Last edited 9/2/2020 12:21:47 AM by Shannon Luders-Manuel
