Today
in our social
studies class dear children, we will learn about what is inside
What
guides our leaders, in integrity and how they may have lied
Courage
is present in all of our stories from the dawn of time
As
is perseverance; think of how our distant relatives struggled to save a dime
Even
today you will hear lovely stories of compassion and grace
And
how respect is earned and lost in our human race
I
ask you today if you can think in the news of a story that we can study
Think
hard now then – look ahead, the definition may be muddy
I
believe you can find a story that can help us act like leaders with morals!
Once
you have the answer – shout it out! Wait! Don’t start quarrels!
Consider
a story with courage like the lion, dogs that have honesty
Persistence
like a bird building a nest, and show compassion modestly
All
animals (as should humans) show respect to one another
From
country to country we should act like we are brothers
Though
throughout our history we have seen more war
Over
any little thing, from beautiful women to winning a shore
Consider
before you choose a perfect story, the other man’s side
As
if you’re walking in his shoes, or in this day and age, his ride
Can
you understand how his day may go – or what can affect his choice?
How
does he handle his day when he may not even have a voice?
After
you consider what may go on in his world or in his mind
Think
about what you have offered in your life – share what you find
Please
share with me the compassion you now feel for that other man
And
how you can honestly help – who else is involved in your plan?
Now
tell me student, in your story does it show courage?
Is
there a way to show the world compassion, a way to encourage?
I
hope you chose a story that proved there is integrity in most good men
Prove
to me it also shows perseverance – a sword verses a winning pen
I
know this lesson was difficult, but with it, you’ll find respect for all
You
graduate now knowing moral character – use it so you don’t fall
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