Honesty is defined as fairness and straightforwardness of conduct when one speaks the truth and act truthfully and is often connected to sincerity, integrity and trustworthiness. But honesty is not just about telling the truth. It promotes openness, gives clarity and empowers one to be authentic. Honesty has connections to other traits that support kindness, in particular self-compassion and self-acceptance. Being honest requires courage, realism, trust and it takes practice. Teaching honesty can be a challenge! Often social media and the virtual world create unreal perceptions of honesty. Teaching the importance of practicing honesty sets the dynamic of your classroom and prepares students for individual success in their future. The activities sourced and designed provide opportunities for children and students to explore authenticity and integrity in their own lives, classroom, and community.

Honesty means we are truthful in what we say and do. It means people can rely on us because we have integrity. Honesty is the basis of a trusting relationships and supports the creation of safe, engaging learning environments. But it is not always easy to be honest. This activity encourages students to discuss and reflect on aspects of honesty and how it makes them feel.