Kindness is Contagious...Catch it!
When one person performs acts of kindness toward another, they both win. The one who gives and the one who receives the gift of kindness are both enriched through the interchange. Educating children in caring attitudes and respectful behavior begins at an early age, in home, at school, and in the community. Learn more at BehaviorChecker.
The foundation for healthy human relationships starts with a healthy self-concept. Developing self-perceptions of confidence and competence along with self-respect is vital to building healthy relationships at home, at school, and in the community.
Something happens inside of us when we are kind that results in good feelings and good health. Nobody’s born with prejudice and unkindness already built in. It’s in the best interest of all human beings to practice habits of kindness. Encouraging children to be kind will teach them to be aware of the needs of others and give them practice in the skill that is the heart of kindness–empathy.
Ideas for Kindness Action!
1. Do a favor for someone without being asked to do so.
2. Name three things you like about yourself.
3. Listen to someone who needs to talk.
4. Tell someone what you like about them.
5. Stick up for someone who is being teased. Ask how the person is feeling.
6. Play with someone you’ve never played with before.
7. Help someone who is having trouble in class, on the bus or on the playground.
8. Plan a surprise for a friend.
9. Offer to help someone who needs help solving a problem.
10. Show someone you care about them without using words.
11. Stick up for yourself when you are teased.
12. Give 3 put-ups to three different people.
13. Invite a family member to read a book with you.
14. Invite a new friend to play.
15. Resolve a conflict without blaming, tattling, teasing or name-calling.