Orangeburg County Community of Character

Welcome to "Character In Action," where we explore how character traits shape the world around us through films, books, and TED Talks. Character is not just a concept; it's a living force that influences our daily lives and can be found in the media we love and view every day. Join us on a journey to discover inspiring stories that showcase the best of human nature and exemplify the character traits we admire. We have titles for all ages to enjoy!

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MIDDLE/JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

McFarland, USA (2015)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Holes (2003)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

"Refugee” by Alan Gratz

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

"Refugee” by Alan Gratz

“Inside Out & Back Again” by Thanhha Lai

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

HIGH SCHOOL & ADULTS

Arrival (2016)

Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012)

The Martian (2015)

“Americanah” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

“Americanah” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

“How to Make Stress Your Friend” by Kelly McGonigal

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

Orangeburg County Community of Character

Orangeburg County Community of Character | (803) 534-6821 | P.O. Box 593 | Orangeburg, SC 29116

character in action

“ADAPTABILITY” in action

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

The Croods (2013)

Lilo & Stitch (2002)

The Croods (2013)

Soul (2020)

Lilo & Stitch (2002)

The Croods (2013)

Lilo & Stitch (2002)

Lilo & Stitch (2002)

“The Name Jar” by Yangsook Choi

“The Name Jar” by Yangsook Choi

“The Name Jar” by Yangsook Choi

“The Most Magnificent Thing” by Ashley Spires

“The Most Magnificent Thing” by Ashley Spires

“Each Kindness” by Jacqueline Woodson

“The Most Magnificent Thing” by Ashley Spires

MIDDLE/JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

McFarland, USA (2015)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Holes (2003)

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

"Refugee” by Alan Gratz

"Refugee” by Alan Gratz

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

"Refugee” by Alan Gratz

“Inside Out & Back Again” by Thanhha Lai

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

“Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)” by Alison Ledgerwood

HIGH SCHOOL & ADULTS

Arrival (2016)

Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012)

The Martian (2015)

“Americanah” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

“Americanah” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

“Americanah” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

“How to Make Stress Your Friend” by Kelly McGonigal

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

"Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy” by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

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