Learning and Acquiring Positive Characteristics based on Diné Values and Beliefs to build Resilience

Abstract

In today’s society, education setting is more than reading, writing, and mathematics. It has become a place where educators have to teach more than just academics. Students come with many barriers from their home life and make it difficult to learn effectively in a school setting. Educators now seek additional help or support to ensure students to be better learners and build resilience to empower themselves to become better citizens. Children on the Diné Nation as young as elementary ages are effected by dysfunctional environment at home. This unit will build their self-esteem while maintaining their culture within the Diné Nation. Furthermore, the activities will tie in with the Arizona State Standards. This unit will build the student’s esteem in a positive manner and to make better decision as they progress through their school years.