Acts of Kindness
True or False: Being kind to others makes everyone feel happier and more welcome.
True
True or False: It’s okay to leave someone out of a game if they’re not as good at it as you.
False
True or False: If you don’t understand someone’s culture, it’s okay to make jokes about it.
False
Instead of saying "ew" or "you're weird" when a classmate brings something we don't like to lunch, what can we say?
Keep unkind comments to ourselves, respect that everyone likes different things, and practice kind comments instead.
How can you show kindness to a new student in your class?
Introducing yourself, showing them around the school, and inviting them to sit with you at lunch?
If you're playing soccer and see a friend who doesn't know the rules, what can you do to help them feel included?
explain the rules and let them have a turn playing
What can you do if you notice a classmate is being excluded because of the way they look?
Some examples: Speak up and remind others that everyone should be treated kindly and fairly, be the student's friend, compliment the student, ask the student if they are ok.
What are some t hings everyone in your class has in common?
You all have the same teacher, you all are in the same grade, you all live in California, you all eat lunch during the same time...the list goes on!
You notice a classmate is being bullied. What can you do to show kindness?
Stand up for them, tell an adult, or offer support
True or False: If a classmate learns differently than you, they can still be your friend.
TRUE!!
How can we show respect for someone who speaks a different language?
listening carefully, try to understand, and be patient with them
What are some good things about people being different?
You can be friends with people who like different things and you can learn about what they like to do and share ideas with each other.
If you see someone drop their books on there way to their classroom, what is an act of kindness you can do?
Help them pick up their books
What does it mean to include someone in a game or activity?
invite them to join in, even if they haven't been part of the group before
How do we show acceptance when someone has a different opinion from us?
listen to their opinion and be respectful, even if we don't agree
True or False: You may look different than someone on the outside (different hair color, different eye color, tall or short, etc) but you can still have a lot in common with them?
TRUE!!!