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Acts of Kindness Calendar

Lesson Plan

Acts of Kindness Calendar

Create a Kindness Calendar

In this lesson, students will create a calendar highlighting small acts of kindness they will perform daily over a month. This activity emphasizes the impact of kindness in everyday interactions and helps build a classroom community rooted in mutual respect. By planning and committing to these acts, students will develop empathy and a sense of responsibility towards others.

Audience

Grades 4-6

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Create a Kindness Calendar

Materials

Paper, Markers, Crayons, and Worksheet: Acts of Kindness Ideas

Step 1

Introduction to Kindness

5 minutes

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what kindness means and why it's important.
  • Ask students to share examples of kind acts they have experienced or performed.

Step 2

Brainstorming Session

10 minutes

  • Distribute the 'Acts of Kindness Ideas' worksheet.
  • Have students brainstorm and write down small acts of kindness they can do at school, home, or in their community.
  • Encourage creativity and thoughtfulness in their ideas.

Step 3

Create the Kindness Calendar

10 minutes

  • Provide each student with a blank calendar template.
  • Instruct students to fill in each day with one act of kindness from their worksheet.
  • Allow students to decorate their calendars with drawings or stickers.

Step 4

Sharing and Reflection

5 minutes

  • Invite students to share one or two acts of kindness from their calendar with the class.
  • Discuss how these acts can positively impact others and the community.
  • Encourage students to commit to their calendar and reflect on their experiences at the end of the month.
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Worksheet

Acts of Kindness Ideas Worksheet

This worksheet helps students brainstorm and organize their ideas for small acts of kindness they can perform daily. It encourages creativity and thoughtfulness in planning their kindness calendar.

List three acts of kindness you can do at school.

Think about helping classmates, teachers, or school staff.







List three acts of kindness you can do at home.

Consider ways to help family members or pets.







List three acts of kindness you can do in your community.

Think about neighbors, local parks, or community centers.







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