Discovering Leadership: What Makes a Leader?

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Discovering Leadership: What Makes a Leader?

What do you already know about leadership?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to explain what leadership is, name key qualities of good leaders, and give examples of being a leader in your classroom and community.

What Is Leadership?

Leadership means guiding or helping others to work together and reach a goal. Leaders encourage and support their teammates.

Why Is Leadership Important?

Leadership helps groups get things done, solve problems, and make sure everyone feels included and supported.

Qualities of a Good Leader

Helping

Listening

Leaders support their team, are kind, and offer help when someone needs it.

A good leader listens to others, values their ideas and helps everyone feel heard.

Leadership in Action

You can be a leader on the playground, in group work, or by helping a friend who is feeling left out.

Famous Young Leaders

Some children, like Malala Yousafzai or Greta Thunberg, have shown leadership by standing up for what they believe in, even at a young age.

Reflection: Becoming a Leader

Think of a time when you showed leadership. What did you do? How did you help others?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.