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Kindness Counts

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Stephanie ALFORD

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Kindness Counts

Kindness

This lesson introduces 1st-grade students to the concept of kindness through a short story and discussion. It aims to help students understand the importance of being kind to others and how small acts can make a big difference. By fostering a culture of kindness, students will develop empathy and positive social interactions.

Audience

1st Grade

Time

15 min

Approach

Materials

Video: Story: A Good Deed Can Grow, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Greet the students and introduce the topic of kindness.
  • Ask students if they know what kindness means and give a few examples.

Step 2

Story Time

6 mins

  • Show the video Story: A Good Deed Can Grow.
  • Engage students by asking them to predict what might happen next in the story.

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to talk about the story and the acts of kindness shown.
  • Encourage students to share their own experiences of kindness.

Step 4

Closure

2 mins

  • Summarize the key points about kindness.
  • Encourage students to think of one kind act they can do today.
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Discussion

Kindness Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the story and understand the concept of kindness.

What was your favorite part of the story?

Encourage students to share their thoughts and relate them to acts of kindness.







How did the characters show kindness in the story?

Guide students to identify specific actions and discuss their impact.







Can you think of a time when someone was kind to you?

Allow students to share personal experiences and feelings.







What is one kind thing you can do for someone today?

Help students brainstorm simple acts of kindness they can perform.







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