The skill-building approach utilized is based on thorough research. This highly acclaimed activity-driven program has been used with over one million students worldwide and proven to be effective. Through the development of the five building blocks of self-esteem, students become self-empowered and capable of internally directing themselves, display stronger inner motivation and a take charge attitude; personal and social responsibility go way up while incidents of verbal and physical aggression decline. Includes: -Interdisciplinary activities -Journal topics for Language Arts -Literature listings -Concept Circle cooperative activities -School-wide activities -Monthly theme program -Staff and student assessment tools -And more!