Inside: Need a powerful kindness object lesson that kids will understand? This toothpaste lesson for bullying prevention uses the toothpaste tube effect to help kids visualize why hurtful words can’t be taken back. It is a high-impact SEL activity for teaching empathy, respectful communication, and classroom community. In the landscape of education, few challenges are…
Christmas is almost upon us… again! Though the end of year festivities brings a lot of excitement, it’s also a time when students may be tired and irritated. To keep them engaged and learning while waiting for their summer or winter break, involve them in some Christmas kindness activities. Kindness is the cornerstone of a thriving…
Inside: Kindness Day activities help build empathy, connection, and a calmer classroom. This post shares 12 easy ideas you can use to celebrate World Kindness Day with Free Kindness Coloring Pages to download. Kindness Day activities aren’t just another fun add-on for your classroom; they’re a powerful way to protect your sanity and bring students…
Inside: Guided meditation is a fantastic tool for teachers to improve wellbeing and reduce behavioral issues. Below is a free loving kindness meditation script for beginners plus a recording to try it for yourself. Have you tried a guided meditation script for kids with your students? If not, you might be surprised at how peaceful…
Inside: If you’re looking for Kindness Club ideas for school, you’ll love this comprehensive list of ideas and activities, plus a free editable kindness checklist to download for your club members to personalize their good deeds and take ownership of their impact. Want to change the culture at your school? Then I have a treat…
Inside: If you want to know how to teach kids about kindness, these ideas and free printables will set you up for Kindness Day and beyond! If you’re wondering how to teach kindness in your classroom, you have a wonderful opportunity to start teaching students to be kind during Kindness Day. Read on to find…
To really make a difference to the classroom culture, your priority should be to establish an expectation of kindness and respect among students. Whether it’s the start of a new year or after a term break, a clear set of rules is crucial. These guidelines teach students how their words and actions impact and build…
International Friendship Day falls on July 30. It’s a chance to highlight the importance of supportive friendships through teamwork, cooperation, and empathy. It’s a must for teachers to mark on their calendar especially if they need to work on behavior management. Friendship Day is a great way to highlight the positive feelings that are enjoyed by…
Inside: Tired educators need ways to relax after long days, and it can be as simple as some beautiful FREE floral coloring pages to encourage teacher self-care. Grab yours to share with a teacher friend. Teachers are unsung heroes in our society. Their tireless dedication to nurturing the minds of our children is incredibly noble….
Inside: Looking for ways you can show teacher appreciation? This post gives you easy ideas for celebrating Teacher Appreciation Day with free coloring pages to download and gift your teacher besties. Aside from parents, educators are often the most influential people in a child’s life. They play a critical role in shaping hearts and minds…
When you teach kids to show gratitude, you’re helping them to nurture relationships. Kindness and gratitude are part of an important set of values and social-emotional skills that help kids succeed in life.
These 6 easy activities will help you teach students about gratitude this Easter.
A brain break for kids is one of the best ways to engage your students and ensure they’re doing their best learning. Honestly, they’re a must in just about any classroom.Students spend almost a third of their day in class. During this time, they’re expected to sit still and pay attention for long periods while…