September 22: Recounting Stories

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to analyze and discuss common misconceptions and unhelpful practices related to healthy aging. They will apply the concept of cognitive dissonance to recognize conflicting beliefs, values, or behaviors and propose strategies to align actions with healthy aging principles.

Staff at the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra have been requested to avoid the use of certain words related to gender. ANU’s Gender Institute issued a list of replacement terms for everyday words like ‘mother’ and ‘father’.

It is common knowledge that sea creatures like dolphins have a high level of intelligence. Scientists have now discovered that octopuses also have “remarkable” intelligence.

What is important about our lives today? This week, we’ll explore this question by planning a time capsule for the future! We’ll discuss and decide which items best represent life in 2025. Come ready for a fun and thoughtful conversation

Begin with ‘Once Upon a Time’ and tell a story that links together all the dice images. Start with the first image to grab your attention. Use three cubes for the beginning, three for the middle and three for the end of the story.

Really, there are no rules to this game. Most importantly, there are no wrong answers!

This week, let’s explore how to share our unique ideas! We’ll practice using key phrases to express our opinions and disagree politely in a fun, low-pressure discussion. Come ready to chat, listen, and discover some surprising perspectives.