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Can there be courage in a world without vulnerability?<\/h2>\n

This lesson explores the definitions of courage and the definition of a lesser discussed word: vulnerability. Through a series of questions the lesson is geared to get students thinking about a possible connection that exists between vulnerability and courage. It challenges the stigma often associated with vulnerability in society, while encouraging students to embrace taking risks and leaning into uncertainity, all while challenging the status quo.<\/p>\n

The full lesson plan is accessible using the Lesson Attachment above.<\/p>\n\n\n

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