George Washington: In Pursuit of Humility

In this video, students learn about George Washington’s life and how he demonstrated humility by listening to others and putting the good of the country above his own interests. The video prompts students to think about the importance of humility and teamwork before closing by asking students, “How can you be like George and pass the ball?”

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  • Explain how humility and teamwork help groups succeed
  • Engage in direct discussion
  • Explain who George Washington was, his impact, and how he demonstrated humility as a leader

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In this video, students learn about George Washington’s life and how he demonstrated humility by listening to others and putting the good of the country above his own interests. The video prompts students to think about the importance of humility and teamwork before closing by asking students, “How can you be like George and pass the ball?”

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