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THE AMERICAN WEST
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The American West
Orientation Activity - Group 2
What Is Resiliency?
Task Card
Sweet Betsy from Pike

Journal Write and Share: Think about someone you know that seems to always bounce back no matter what the obstacles might be. What kind of support does this individual have? (e.g. friends, family, community).

Resilience
All human beings have the inborn ability to bounce back successfully in spite of life's obstacles.

  1. Directions: Sing and listen to the song, Sweet Betsy from Pike. Use Resource Card B.

  2. Discuss the following questions with your group:
    • From whose viewpoint are we seeing or reading or hearing?
    • How do you know?
    • What does this song mean to you? What story does the song tell?
    • What obstacles does Sweet Betsy face? Who helps her? Does she show resilience?

  3. Complete the Document Analysis Worksheet for the written transcript.
  4. Prepare a Cinquain that demonstrates resilience, protective factors, and the network of support for a travler on the trail.

 

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