Community Kindness Project

Jessica Hunt

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Community Kindness Project

Enhance empathy and social responsibility

In this lesson, students will brainstorm and execute a small project designed to give back to their local community. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy and social responsibility, encouraging students to think about the needs of others and how they can contribute positively to their community.

Audience

Students in All Grades

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Enhance empathy and social responsibility

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, and Worksheet: Community Kindness Project Planner

Step 1

Introduction to Community Kindness

5 minutes

Begin with a brief discussion on what community kindness means.
Share examples of community kindness projects (e.g., organizing a food drive, creating thank-you cards for local workers).

Step 2

Brainstorming Session

15 minutes

Divide students into small groups.
Provide each group with post-it notes and markers.
Ask them to brainstorm ideas for a community kindness project.
Encourage creativity and thinking about local needs.

Step 3

Project Planning

20 minutes

Distribute the 'Community Kindness Project Planner' worksheet.
Guide students to select one idea from their brainstorming session.
Have them outline steps to execute their project, including materials needed and roles.
Circulate to provide support and suggestions.

Step 4

Closure and Sharing

5 minutes

Ask each group to share their project idea and plan with the class.
Encourage positive feedback and suggestions from peers.
Conclude with a reflection on how these projects can impact the community.

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Worksheet

Community Kindness Project Planner

This worksheet will guide students through the process of planning their community kindness project, from brainstorming ideas to outlining steps for execution.

What is your community kindness project idea?

Think about a need in your community that you can address.

List the steps needed to execute your project.

Consider what needs to be done first, second, etc.

What materials will you need for your project?

Think about any supplies or resources required.

Who will be responsible for each part of the project?

Assign roles to group members.