I was looking for a character training curriculum to add during our Bible time this year, and came across a new company called We Choose Virtues. I was drawn to the bright and adorable illustrations and the fact that there is a faith-based option which pairs the virtue with scripture.
I was sent a set of Faith-based flashcards and a Kids Virtues poster to check out. I punched a hole on each card and placed the stack on a ring. Then I hung this in the kitchen so that I could easily go over the virtue for the day while eating breakfast. That way all my kids (ages 13- 10mo.) could benefit from the reading. I worked in more detail with my younger children though. We hung the poster (it is a nice, small size) in our hallway to help us remember our virtue of the day.
The Virtue: Each virtue is preceded by the words “I am.” Not “I hope to be” or “I wish I was”. There is a reason for this. “I am “ creates positive momentum and a sense of personal ownership. One such virtue is “I am Perseverant”.
The Catchphrase: More than just a definition, the catchphrases are positive, practical and precise action statements that form the core of this system. Use them throughout the day to reinforce right attitudes and actions. The catchphrase for “I am Perseverant” is “I can do it even when it’s tough.” You will know it when you see this Virtue in action…so you can encourage!
The Antonyms: The antonyms are a glimpse into the person I no longer want to be. These explain the negative form of the virtue by using the phrases “I am not” and “I don’t”. The antonyms for “I am Perseverant” are “I am not going to give up or complain, and I don’t say ‘I can’t’ or ‘It’s too hard’!” You will know what Virtue is lacking and you will be able to confidently teach and correct until you see the necessary changes!
The back of the flashcard has the catch-phrase, the antonyms and the Bible verse. These cards were created to help review the lessons, but for now this is what we use to introduce each virtue. In order to use this program to its fullest potential though, you would need to purchase the faith-based Teacher Cards. These cards contain the script, story, and other references to teach the virtue.
Each Virtue-Ville kid is holding an object that helps kids remember the virtue. While working on Self-Control, I created popsicle-stick props that my girls could hold up while we talked about what self-control means.
There are also some cute coloring pages available. This download contained some of the virtue kids. I’m guessing since it is vol. 1 that a vol.2 will be added eventually.
We Choose Virtues has many package options available on their site. If you are looking for materials that contain scripture, make sure you choose the faith-based versions.
Here are a couple of shopping deals for you:
Use coupon code Maureen to purchase the virtues flash-cards (with or without scriptures) for $11.99 (usually $19.99).
or
Virtuemom which gives a 25% discount on the new Homeschol products:
the TEACHER faith-based cards or the Homeschool Package (this code expires in September)
or
Virtue15 for 15% off of anything in the cart.
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Oh how badly we need this at our house!!!
It looks really neat and that it could be used with many different ages. Hope I win!
Count me in. =) These look great.
Oh, I tried the code for the flashcards, but it said invalid code.
The code should work now. 🙂 Thanks for the heads-up!
The code has been fixed. I'm so sorry! It was set to discount the wrong item. ~We Choose Virtues (using humility right now!)
I really like the idea of these. I've been doing a word of the week sort of thing, but this seems so much more focused on what we're looking for.
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Oh yeah… Been considering getting this set.. so glad to get your input and see your info regarding them… Really love the bright graphic nature as well as age appropriate content.
Oh I'd LOVE to have this. We're adding virtues/habits to our Bible time, and this sounds like it would be a wonderful addition.
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This look amazing. I would love to win a copy. thanks for letting me participate.
This looks like a really great tool for teaching my toddler. 🙂
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This would be such a blessing to our family.
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These look really neat! Thanks for the thorough review! –Emily
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I would LOVE LOVE LOVE this!
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These sound awesome and would definitely be relevant in our house! Thanks!
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These sound very helpful, making our children's character purposeful rather than hit or miss.
I shared this on twitter.
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would love this!
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I would love to win this!!! Thanks!
This would be an incredible program in our home! Such a perfect addition to what we're already doing…
These look fabulous! We'd be blessed to win;)
I have never heard of these flash cards before. They look great! Bright and cheery to look at and meaningful with the verses to add to our Bible study. Thank you for opportunity to win!
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I would love to have these!
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These sound like a great idea, thanks for the giveaway!!
I would love these for my little ones!
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I have never heard of these before. Thank you for the review and entry!
Pick me!!!! We NEED this!!!! NEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDDDDDD this. Thanks!
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I shared on Google+ but I still need help understanding how all the Google + stuff works.
Awesome. We would love this!
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Sounds wonderful. Thanks for hosting!
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We would love these, especially for my two year old as he gets a bit older! Nicole- nicolew28 at yahoo dot com
These look great!
They look so sharp! Thanks for a fun giveaway! Found you through Well Planned Day's FB page.
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Would love to win thus. We need to become much more focused. We could definitely use some character training around herE
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I'd love to get this for my little ones. God bless!
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These look great! danceireland@gmail.com
I've been looking for character curriculum. This looks great!
These look so great! I'm ready to start something like this with my 2 yo daughter. Thanks! mrscozzens at gmail dot com
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I'd love to win these!! 🙂
Would love these!
Exactly what we need in our home! Love this!
This would truly be an amzing product for our house… it is a great looking product
What a great product!!
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I saw this mentioned on The Well Trained Mind forum. Looks like a great program but we are all out of money for curriculum resources this fall. Would love to win this. Thanks for the opportunity to win. Love the props that you made.
Pam
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What a great giveaway! I've been looking for something like this. Thank you!
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This sounds great! Thank you.
Wonderful!! Thanks ~ The Dempsey Family
Would love to win this – the cards especially – Tristan
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Would love to win! Thanks for the opportunity. thesavasukfamily [at] comcast [dot] net
Great resource! It looks like it's a useful program for preschool through early elementary, too. Thanks for this kind opportunity!
I tweeted about this giveaway as well. (I'm @Keep_Tha_Faith)
These things look adorable! Sign me up!
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This is just what I've been looking for!!!
Just shared this with my mom's group on Friday. Thanks for sharing it with us and offering a give away!
This looks like a fantastic program!
oh my!!! i would love to win this..ive been following this program on facebook and fell in love with their concept and bright colors! im sure this program makes Jesus smile!
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I would love these!!
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This would be a lovely surprise to introduce in our home!
Would love this!
These look great! I've looked at the website before – it would be a great addition to our curriculum 🙂
I would love to win these too – we've got a few of their products but not the flashcards – I know my kids would LOVE them.
Tristan
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