Help your students develop responsibility (the key to accountability, dependability, and making thoughtful choices) with this engaging Character Education & SEL unit. Designed to align with CASEL’s SEL framework, this resource reinforces self-management and responsible decision-making by teaching students how to take ownership of their actions, fulfill commitments, and understand the impact of their choices. Students will learn the importance of being dependable, following through on obligations, and making decisions that positively affect themselves and others.

Included in this download:

✅ Engaging, Ready-to-Use Lessons – Print & digital activities designed to help students internalize and apply responsibility in real-life scenarios.

✅ Classroom Poster – A visual reminder of responsibility and its importance.

✅ Introduction & Practice Pages – Define and explore the meaning of responsibility with thought-provoking exercises.

✅ Whole-Group, Partner, & Independent Activities – Versatile learning options to engage students in discussions and role-playing.

✅ Mentor Text with Comprehension Questions – Reinforce responsibility through literature and meaningful reflection.

✅ Choice Board for Extension Activities – Encourage deeper thinking with differentiated learning opportunities.

✅ Printable & Digital (Google Slides) Format – Flexibility to fit your classroom needs.

✅ Answer Keys – For easy grading and implementation.

How This Unit Supports SEL & Character Development:

• Self-Management – Teaches students how to set goals, stay organized, and take ownership of their actions.
• Responsible Decision-Making – Encourages students to think through their choices and understand their consequences.
• Critical Thinking & Reflection – Real-world scenarios help students evaluate their responsibilities and develop problem-solving skills.

Perfect for:

• SEL & Character Education Programs
• Morning Meetings & Class Discussions
• Small-Group or Whole-Group Lessons
• Independent Work & Early Finishers
• Counseling & Intervention Groups
• Sub Plans & Emergency Lessons

By incorporating this Responsibility unit into your curriculum, you’ll help students develop the skills needed to be accountable, reliable, and thoughtful decision-makers, both in the classroom and beyond.

Teachers like you said…

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My students absolutely loved this activity! We are still 100% virtual and it was very easy to use in Google Classroom. Thank you! –Fun and Fantastic in Fifth

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love the setup of this resource. It was so easy to use, full of great resources, and kept my kids engaged! Thanks!! –Tina W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Saved me so much planning time during my week of distance learning! A great resource that the students enjoyed completing! –Chantal T.

In this one convenient resource, you can…

• Have ready-to-go character education activities for RESPONSIBILITY that align with SEL competencies.
• Use these pre-made print and digital activities as sub plans when you need to take a day (or week) off!
• Easily differentiate instruction with the choice board included.
• Print and go or assign digitally—includes everything you need to teach RESPONSIBILITY anytime during the year!