We need your vote!

The Medal of Honor Museum at Patriots Point is nominated as Best New Museum for USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Vote today!

The "Burden" of Leadership

  1. Introduction

    This lesson introduces students to the burden of leadership and the traits of a good leader through a mix of engaging video elements and hands-on group activities. Middle and high school students will be asked to explain and identify character traits and leadership styles that are effective in leading groups and/or individuals, after hearing the stories of Medal of Honor Recipients Jay Vargas and Paul Bucha. All necessary materials are provided within the lesson, including the "Burden" of Leadership Lesson PDF, Worksheets, and Living History videos for Jay Vargas and Paul Bucha.

  2. Objectives

    Click here to access a version of this lesson modified for a distance learning setting.

    Students Will:

    • Explain and identify character traits and leadership styles that are effective in leading groups and/or individuals in various situations and experiences in life  

End Of Lesson

Sign Up now to access all of our content

Click below to create your free account where you can access all of the lessons and videos, view additional resources, and save your favorite lessons.

Register Now

Already have an account? Log in now.