Inside: If you’re looking for effective kindness activities for kids you’re in the right place! You’ll love the FREE coloring pages and checklists you can download right now and get new ideas for World Kindness Day from 14 meaningful kindness activities for elementary students. Do you need easy and effective ways to nurture friendships and…
A kindness tree activity is a fun and effective whole school project to build community!A kindness tree bulletin board is a beautiful and creative way to encourage and acknowledge acts of kindness within a classroom or school. As a whole school kindness challenge, it’s a heartwarming way to foster caring and supportive relationships amongst students…
Teaching Kindness Changes the Classroom Community!Phrases like “random acts of kindness” and “pay it forward” have become popular terms in modern society. There are even special days dedicated to highlighting the importance of kindness and organizations who specialize in altruism. But why has it become so popular to teach kindness in schools? Perhaps that’s best explained…
Inside: See why academic awards can sometimes hurt, but character awards for students boost motivation and celebrate positive values with easy tips and helpful resources for your classroom. Not everyone’s a fan of awards for students in elementary school. And honestly, it’s easy to see why. Traditional awards often focus on academic success, and while…
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Inside: If you haven’t used printable bookmarks as a teaching tool, see examples and why they’re such a valuable addition to your classroom. Don’t forget to download the freebie to get you started! Have you ever thought about the value of bookmarks in your classroom? They can be so much more than just placeholders inside…
Meaningful March calendar ideas for kids that teach about kindness & friendship to make celebrating awareness days easy for students & teachers.
Inside: Tips and tricks for using community circles or morning meetings to help students connect, improve wellbeing, and foster a positive and supportive classroom community. Updated 11/27/24 The magic of community circles or morning meetings in the classroom lies in their ability to transform relationships and create a safe, nurturing environment. These simple yet powerful…
Inside: Important messages and practical strategies for parents and educators helping children dealing with sadness learn to cope and share their feelings. As a child, I carried a huge burden as a significant part of my life revolved around dealing with sadness. My childhood was complicated, and it left me with heavy unresolved emotions that…
Inside: A meaningful bulletin board idea to teach about kindness to improve behavior and classroom community. Download a free template for a collaborative kindness quilt display with positive messages that visually remind your students to be kind. Looking for an engaging kindness bulletin board idea for elementary students? This collaborative Kindness Quilt is more than…
Teach your students how to help homeless people during World Homeless Day on October 10th. Homelessness is a complex and sensitive issue that impacts many adults and children. Many students are sheltered from the reality of homelessness, but it’s important for them to understand this issue. By learning about homelessness, students can develop empathy and become more…
Do your students struggle to be kind in your classroom? Do you find it challenging to motivate them and encourage good behavior? If so, perhaps it’s time to explore a classroom reward system that truly makes a difference. A classroom reward system is a great way to encourage good behavior and motivate students. But not all…
Bucket filler activities are amazing for teaching students about kindness and empathy. This simple concept is an incredible classroom management tool that helps them understand the impact of their words and actions. Kids learn that their behavior doesn’t just hurt those around them, it can hurt them too! Students feel the positive effects of kindness through…
Using engaging get to know activities for students at the beginning of the year can set the stage for a smooth and happy school year. Starting off by building strong friendships can reduce anxiety and help ensure your students have a positive experience. Elementary students can feel anxious at the beginning of school, especially if it’s…
Inside: Struggling to find inexpensive end of year gifts for students? This post will be your best friend with beautiful gift ideas and free kindness coloring pages to reinforce the SEL lessons you taught this year. Do you buy or make gifts for your students at the end of year? The school year finishes at different…