Experience inspiring stories about people who:

  • didn’t give up in the face of adversity
  • touched the lives of others through their caring, courage, and other virtues / strengths of character

Consider ways you can overcome obstacles in your own life and succeed in making a positive difference in the world.

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Character Action Media offers video and text-based lessons and leader’s guides that will inspire students to live out the virtues, to live productive and fulfilling lives, and to become engaged citizens.

Featured Lesson

Gabby Thomas Sets the Gold Standard on Determination, Giving Back and Balance

Who watched the Olympics this summer? If you did, you may recognize the name “Gabby Thomas.” Thomas is an American woman who won three gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics for track and field. She earned gold in the women’s 200 meter race, in the 4 X 100 meter relay and in the 4 X 400 meter relay. Gabby’s story isn’t just about running fast – it’s about working hard to achieve her goals, striving for balance and succeeding in different parts of life, harnessing the power of positive thinking, and using her talents to help others

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