Teacher Create a Project for Touching Hearts of Cancer Patients
This teacher started a classroom project that’s truly touching hearts, and not just the hearts of cancer patients, but also the kids who are learning how powerful kindness can be.
After losing his wife to cancer, he wanted to do something meaningful with his students. It had to be something that would show them how they can lift others, even during the hardest times. So, they began writing heartfelt cards and messages of hope to patients going through chemotherapy. This wasn't just a one-off activity. It's something they continued with real love and compassion poured into every word.
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As someone who’s had a loved one go through chemo for breast cancer, I know how emotionally draining and lonely that journey can be. Just one small gesture, a kind word, a reminder that someone cares, can be enough to get you through the next round of treatment. That’s why this project resonates with me, as I can feel the impact it can have.
This activity isn’t just about cards. It’s a heartfelt project that teaches kids that their words and actions matter. They get to experience the joy of being the reason someone smiles on a really hard day. That no matter their age, they’re already capable of touching hearts and making the world a gentler place.
The ripple effect here is beautiful. The teacher who turned his pain into purpose, the students who now see the power of their empathy, and the patients who feel seen and supported.
Touching hearts like this should be part of every classroom curriculum. Imagine the impact if more teachers took this idea and ran with it. We’d have a generation of children growing up to believe in the good they can do and acting on it.
This is such a beautiful example of character education in action. I hope it inspires other teachers to start something similar. Please share this video with an empathic teacher you know who’s great at touching hearts. Who knows how they might inspire their own students to make a difference.
Video credit: Humankind by USAToday.com
I am touched that this project that I created did make a difference. I appreciate the comment above. We are about to wrap our next 23 boxes and send them off to other cancer patients. Thanks for the nice comment. Bill Gaynor
Hey Bill,
What you’re doing is so wonderful. You and your kids should be really proud of the beautiful humans you are. Thank you for being such an amazing role model.
Warm regards,
Lis 🙂
I love this idea. One I will be implementing!!! Spirituality, thinking beyond yourself, showing compassion and sympathy, raisig someones positive emotions…the list goes on.
Thanks for sharing