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. 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 gatherings are…
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…
Inside: The Teddy Stoddard Story with Mrs. Thompson is a touching fictional tale that shows how empathy and kindness can change a child’s life. It’s a heartwarming reminder of the impact a teacher who prioritizes emotional connections can have on students who are struggling. Though this is a fictional story, The Teddy Stoddard Story (also…
Inside: Learn what a community circle in an elementary classroom is, why they’re important and how to use them effectively for a warm and inclusive community. Updated: November 26th, 2024 Starting the day with a community circle or morning meeting is a powerful way to create a positive classroom environment. These gatherings help students ease…
Inside: If you need ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Day, these fun free activities will not only save you time but also help kids learn the power of being kind in everyday moments. Looking for an easy way to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day with your kids or students?Whether you’re in the classroom…
If you have a problem with anti-social or bullying behavior in your classroom, I urge you to consider making kindness a part of your back-to-school curriculum. When you teach kindness, or more specifically, social-emotional learning (SEL), you’ll improve wellbeing, self-esteem, mental health, social connection, and academic results. These are just a few of the benefits…
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as planting a seed, watching it pop through the earth and grow into a beautiful plant. When you make that seed a vegetable, you’re also creating a range of learning opportunities for your kids. Who would have thought that a humble carrot, pea or pumpkin could bring so much joy and…
I always say that there is something positive to be found in any adversity. Sometimes it can be hard to see it at the time but there is one very clear one that stands out during the COVID crisis. Stay at home orders have forced families and loved ones to spend more time together and…
My 94-year-old friend was in a pharmacy buying perfume. As she chose a bottle and put it in her trolley she made a couple of casual remarks about it to a young man who was shopping nearby.
The COVID crisis has left many grandparents feeling very isolated and vulnerable. Some are suffering terribly, missing their family and friends. The elderly are often not up with technology and may not be able to connect via a video call but they’d all appreciate hearing the voices of their loved one. Get your kids to make a…
Teaching and learning has undergone some significant changes since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Students and teachers are adapting to a new norm in education that looks different between countries and possibly even states depending on the severity of the virus. For many, distance learning is their reality as they go back to school online,…
If you’ve been following our challenge, you might have noticed that the week 1 challenge was to Give a Compliment. So why are we posting another compliment challenge? Because compliments are important and kids need to practise… Giving a compliment is a really nice way to let someone know they’re important to you and receiving one…
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