Session 9: The Power to Shine Part of Sing to the Power, Grades 4-5 In This Section Introduction From Sing to the Power It is not light that we need, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. — Frederick Douglass The power of fire is the power of shining light and passionate action. Participants learn to activate their fire power to express their... Session-at-a-Glance From Sing to the Power Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Story — A Sea of Pink 10 Activity 2: Adding Fire Symbols to the Circle of the Elements Mural 12 Activity 3: Shining for Justice — Role Play 15 Activity 4: Anti-Bullying Book Covers 13 Faith in Action: Exploring Ways to Exercise Fire Power 30 Closing 5... Spiritual Preparation From Sing to the Power Find a place where you can be quiet with your thoughts. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for several minutes, perhaps repeating a word or phrase to separate yourself from the activities of the day. When you feel settled and relaxed, consider: Have you ever been bullied? How did it feel?... Opening From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice or LED/battery-operated candle Cloth for altar or centering space Opening Words for Basket (Session 1, Leader Resource 1), and basket Symbol of fire, such as a candle, a flashlight, a depiction of the sun or any material that is red, orange... A Sea of Pink Elisa Davy Pearmain From Sing to the Power Scott was nervous on his first day of junior high school. Junior high started with the fifth grade in his town. He was going to be among the youngest kids in school, and everything was new to him.... Activity 1: Story - A Sea of Pink From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "A Sea of Pink" Preparation for Activity Read the story and prepare to share it with the group. Read the discussion questions. Choose those that will best help the children share their interpretations of the story and relate it to their own... Activity 2: Adding Fire Symbols to the Circle of the Elements From Sing to the Power Activity time: 12 minutes Materials for Activity Circle of Elements Mural Instructions (Session 1, Leader Resource 3) Paper, poster board, or fabric Paper or fabric and appropriate drawing tools (crayons, markers, permanent markers, or fabric paint), and tape or glue sticks Optional: Magazines to... Activity 3: Shining for Justice - Role Play From Sing to the Power Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Bullying Scenarios Preparation for Activity Print three copies of Leader Resource 1, Bullying Scenarios. From each copy, cut apart the three scenarios, so each person in each scenario can have a copy of their scenario with their... Activity 4: Anti-Bullying Book Covers From Sing to the Power Activity time: 13 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Brown paper shopping bags, scissors, and pencils and markers Preparation for Activity Make a practice book cover so you can demonstrate for the group. If needed, see "How to Make a Paper-Bag Book Cover" on the About.com... Closing From Sing to the Power Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Circle of Elements mural from Session 1 Leader Resource 2, "Shine" Circle, and tape Circle of Elements Mural Instructions (Session 1, Leader Resource 3) Closing Words for Basket (Session 1, Leader Resource 5), and basket Bracelets from Session 1, pl... Leader Reflection and Planning From Sing to the Power Reflect on and discuss with your co-leader(s): How did the timing go today? What might we do to make it work better? What worked well? What didn't? What connections did we make with the children? What connections did the children make with each other? How was this evident? How could we build the... Faith In Action: Exploring Ways to Exercise Fire Power From Sing to the Power Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Stickers or adhesive dots Preparation for Activity Research groups in your area that do good work that connects with the theme of "fire power." This might include an organization that involves people standing up for... Alternate Activity 1: Sharing Joys and Sorrows From Sing to the Power Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Attractive bowl Smooth stones, at least one for each participant Preparation for Activity Fill the bowl half-way with water. Set the bowl on a surface that will not be damaged if a small amount of water splashes out. Set out stones near the bowl,... Alternate Activity 2: Making an Anti-Bullying Video From Sing to the Power Activity time: 45 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Writing paper and pens/pencils Video recording and editing equipment Preparation for Activity Recruit an older youth or an adult to edit the material you videotape, post the edited clip on YouTube and create a DVD. Work... Taking It Home: The Power to Shine From Sing to the Power It is not light that we need, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. — Frederick Douglass IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard a true story of two boys who responded to a younger boy being bullied for wearing a pink shirt by... Leader Resource 1: Bullying Scenarios From Sing to the Power Scenario 1 RICK: What do you think of that new kid in class? GREG: He seems kind of weird. JOSH: Yeah, I mean, what kind of a name is Harvinder? GREG: A weird name. RICK: And what's up with that funny topknot turban he wears on his head? Does he ever take it off? Like, does he leave it on in the... Leader Resource 2: Shine Circle From Sing to the Power Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing... Find Out More From Sing to the Power Read the real-life story on which "A Sea of Pink" is based on the Religious Tolerance website. Websites with tips for children, youth, and adults on combating bullying include Teaching Tolerance and StopBullying.govNational Crime Prevention Council has an online campaign to prevent and stop... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Sing to the Power NEXT: Introduction Download all of Sing to the Power (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.