Career Girls Empowerment Lesson Video Series: Literary Arts Careers (1:29 sec) Do you like to create worlds with your imagination? A novelist, poet, filmmaker, producer, and playwright share why they are passionate about their careers in creative writing. Imagine inventing a character or story that didn’t exist before, and being able to share it with the world! Role models in this video discuss what makes a good character or story and what they love most about their careers. Use the resources here to learn more about the work of a literary artist, and whether this might be a career for you. Empowerment Lesson Video: Watch this short video as a jumping-off point for in-depth learning experiences using the resources below. Fun Page Activity: Try being a literary artist. Use this poem “starter” to write a poem about the real you — what you dream about, wish for, and can’t wait to do! Independent Learning Guide: Watch the “Literary Arts Careers” video, then use this guide to put yourself in the place of a literary artist to see what this career is all about. This all-purpose guide can also be used by educators, parents, and mentors to draw students into a discussion that connects a literary artist’s work to their own writing experiences. Classroom Lesson Plan: This step-by-step lesson plan is available to guide a more in-depth “before, during, and after” learning experience when viewing the video with students. This lesson plan is also suitable for use in after-school programs and other educational settings.

Career Girls Empowerment Lesson Video Series: Why Extracurricular Activities (2:22 sec) What’s the best way to build skills for college and a career and have fun at the same time? Find out from the role models in this video how participating in extracurriculars like sports and music can do all that. Why are colleges and employers so impressed with students who participate in extracurricular activities? Participating in activities outside of the regular school day, such as sports, debate club, and volunteer work, can help you develop important teamwork skills. These activities can also help you build confidence and learn how to stick with something, even when it means working through challenges. The role models in this video can tell you even more about the value of extracurricular activities, especially when you’re thinking about college and a career. Empowerment Lesson Video: Watch this short video as a jumping-off point for in-depth learning experiences using the resources below. Fun Page Activity: What extracurriculars might be just right for you? Use this graphic organizer to take a look at activities you can try. Independent Learning Guide: From giving back to your school to discovering talents you didn’t know you had, there are so many benefits to extracurriculars. This guide helps you think about your own reasons for participating in these activities. This all-purpose guide can also be used by educators, parents, and mentors to engage students in a discussion about extracurriculars that are available to them, and to learn more from one another about those activities. Classroom Lesson Plan: This step-by-step lesson plan is available to guide a more in-depth “before, during, and after” learning experience when viewing the video with students. This lesson plan is also suitable for use in after-school programs and other educational settings.

Career Girls Empowerment Lesson Video Series: Importance of Women Behind the Camera (3:07 sec) Did you know that most of your favorite movies and TV shows are made by men? Role models in this video share about the importance of including more women in the film industry and why it’s so crucial to have women and girls’ voices heard on film. The film industry tells stories, explores social and cultural issues, and teaches us about ourselves and our world. Listen to the role models to learn about the excitement of a career in film and the importance of including all types of people from all different backgrounds in the film industry. The resources here can help you learn even more about filmmaking and the importance of supporting women and girls to choose film as a career. Empowerment Lesson Video: Watch this short video as a jumping-off point for in-depth learning experiences using the resources below. Fun Page Activity: In this “What Would You Say?” activity, you are challenged to respond to people’s negative opinions about women and girls in the film industry. Sometimes, just being prepared to confront an obstacle can help you overcome it. Independent Learning Guide: Watch the “Importance of Women Behind the Camera” video, then think about the challenges women and girls in film must overcome and the importance of hearing all types of voices in movies and on TV. This all-purpose guide can also be used by educators, parents, and mentors to jumpstart a valuable discussion about women and girls in the film industry. Classroom Lesson Plan: This step-by-step lesson plan is available to guide a more in-depth “before, during, and after” learning experience when viewing the video with students. This lesson plan is also suitable for use in after-school programs and other educational settings.

Veterinarian role model Dr. Rachael Feigenbaum offers career guidance to girls

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

In this video clip from Career Girls venture capitalist Theresia Gouw talks about her favourite lessons at school.

In this video clip from Career Girls radio producer Stephanie Foo talks about her favourite lessons at school.

Veterinarian role model Dr. Rachael Feigenbaum offers career guidance to girls

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Veterinarian role model Dr. Araba Oglesby offers career guidance and advice to girls

This clip is part of the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part of the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part of the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part of the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos

This clip is part the Career Girls ongoing series of career guidance/inspiration videos