1. 9/3: Brag Page
Answer the questions on the Brag Page in your journal with as much detail and as many examples as possible.

2. Question 1
What moments in your life have most pleased you? When have you been most proud of yourself? Perhaps you returned a lost dog to its owner, climbed a mountain, caught a fish, helped a friend in need, knitted a sweater, gave a speech or learned a new language. What pleased you about what you did or what happened?

3. Question 2
What awards have you received in your lifetime? Perhaps you won the spelling bee, a blue-ribbon at the fair, a sportsmanship or attendance award from a team or school? Be sure to include any certificates, trophies, cash prizes, etc. from school, sports, other hobbies, community organizations, churches, etc.

4. Question 3
What are your talents- large and small? Perhaps you are a talented singer, a good cook, an interesting conversationalist, a versatile athlete, a gifted artist or a great babysitter. Perhaps you have a gift for telling jokes, a way with animals, a knack for finding a bargain or helping friends compromise when arguing. Whatever your talents are…list them.

5. Question 4
What special skills help make you unique? Perhaps you can touch your nose with your tongue, walk on your hands, do the splits, recite the alphabet backwards or do a great Donald Duck impersonation. Have some fun with this one!

6. Question 5
When other people have complimented you over the years, what have they most often said? Perhaps they have complimented your smile, your sense of humor, your beautiful eyes, your organizational ability, your athleticism, your strength, your long hair, your thoughtfulness or your energy. Tell about your most frequent compliments- and now is not the time to be modest!