Kindness Multiplies! Script

Warm-Up: What's Your Impact? (5 minutes)

(Teacher displays Warm-Up: What's Your Impact? prompt.)

"Good morning, everyone! Let's start our day with a little reflection. First, on your paper or in your mind, I want you to quickly think about this question: 'What is one thing you are grateful for today?' Take about 30 seconds to bring something to mind.


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(Pause for 30 seconds while students reflect.)

"Alright, now let's think about our second question: 'Think about a time you helped someone. How did it feel? How do you think it made the other person feel?' Take about a minute or so to really think about it.


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(Pause for 1 minute while students reflect.)

"Alright, who would like to share their thoughts on helping someone? When you helped someone, what was that experience like? How did it make you feel inside? And how do you imagine the person you helped felt?"

(Call on 2-3 students to share, affirming their responses.)

"Thank you for sharing those wonderful experiences. It sounds like helping others can create a really good feeling for everyone involved."

Introduction to Service Projects (7 minutes)

(Teacher displays Kindness Multiplies! Slide Deck - Slide 1: 'Kindness Multiplies!')

"Today, we're going to talk about something really special that expands on this idea of helping others: service projects. Take a look at our title for today, 'Kindness Multiplies!' What do you think that means?"

(Allow for a brief student response.)

"Exactly! It means that when you do something kind, it can grow and spread, making an even bigger difference. And service projects are a fantastic way to make that kindness multiply."

(Teacher displays Kindness Multiplies! Slide Deck - Slide 2: 'What is a Service Project?')

"So, what exactly is a service project? As you can see, it's about helping others, volunteering your time or talents, and making your community a better place. It's when we look around and see a need, and then we decide to do something to address it.

It could be something small, like picking up trash in the schoolyard, or something bigger, like organizing a canned food drive for a local shelter. The main idea is that it's a planned effort to help others without expecting anything in return. Can anyone think of a service project they've seen or heard about?"

(Allow 1-2 students to share examples.)

(Teacher displays Kindness Multiplies! Slide Deck - Slide 3: 'Why Do Service Projects Matter?')

"Now, why do these projects matter? Why should we even bother? Well, service projects are important for so many reasons! They help people and animals who are in need, they make our school and neighborhood stronger, and they actually make us feel good too! It's true! Giving back can make you feel happy and proud. And it shows everyone that you care.

Remember, every small act of kindness can create a big ripple effect, spreading positivity far and wide!"

Activity: Project Power-Up! (13 minutes)

(Teacher displays Kindness Multiplies! Slide Deck - Slide 4: 'Project Power-Up!')

"Now that we understand what service projects are and why they're so important, it's your turn to put on your thinking caps! We're going to have a 'Project Power-Up!' brainstorm session. I want us to think of service projects we could do right here, right now, to make a difference.





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(Option 1: Small Group Brainstorm - Divide students into small groups of 3-4.)

"In your small groups, I want you to brainstorm as many service project ideas as you can. Think about our school, our neighborhood, and even the wider community. What are some needs you see? How could we help? You have about 8 minutes for this, and then we'll share out. Assign one person in your group to be the recorder."

(Option 2: Whole Class Brainstorm - Keep students as a whole class.)

"As a class, let's brainstorm some ideas. I'll write them on the board/chart paper. Think about:

• What are some problems or needs you see in our school? (e.g., messy common areas, older students needing reading buddies)
• What about our neighborhood? (e.g., litter, elderly neighbors who might need help)
• And what about the wider community? (e.g., food banks, animal shelters)

Don't worry if an idea sounds too big or too small right now; just get them all out there! We have about 8 minutes to fill this board with awesome ideas!"

(After 8-10 minutes of brainstorming, bring the class back together.)

"Wow, these are some incredible ideas! Look at all the ways we could make a difference. It's amazing what we can come up with when we work together."

Cool-Down: Ripple Effect Reflection (5 minutes)

(Teacher distributes Cool-Down: Ripple Effect Reflection or displays the prompt.)

"To wrap up our lesson today, I want you to think about all the amazing ideas we've shared. For your exit ticket, please write down: 'One service project idea that excites you' and 'One positive impact it could have.' This is your chance to reflect on what we've learned and how you might personally contribute.





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(Collect responses as students finish.)

"Thank you, everyone. It's clear that your kindness truly can multiply, and I'm excited to see how you continue to think about making a positive impact. Have a great day!"

Warm-Up: What's Your Impact?

Let's start by thinking about something positive!

1. What is one thing you are grateful for today? It could be big or small, like a sunny day, a good breakfast, or a kind friend.
   
   
   

Now, think about a time you helped someone. It could be a family member, a friend, a neighbor, or even a stranger. Maybe you helped carry groceries, shared a toy, or offered a kind word.

1. How did it feel to help that person?
   
   
   
2. How do you think it made the other person feel?
   
   
   

Activity: Project Power-Up!

Now it's time to put our brains together and think about how we can make a difference! In your groups, or as a class, brainstorm ideas for service projects. Remember, even small actions can have a big impact!

Think about these areas:

1. School Community Project Ideas:

• How can we help our school? (e.g., keeping common areas tidy, helping younger students, supporting teachers)
  
  
  
  
  
  

2. Neighborhood Project Ideas:

• How can we help our neighborhood? (e.g., park clean-up, helping elderly neighbors, creating community gardens)
  
  
  
  
  
  

3. Wider Community Project Ideas:

• How can we help beyond our immediate neighborhood? (e.g., food drives for shelters, making cards for hospitals, collecting donations for animal shelters)
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Cool-Down: Ripple Effect Reflection

Take a moment to reflect on today's lesson and all the service project ideas we discussed.

1. What is one service project idea that you are excited about or would like to learn more about?
   
   
   
2. What is one positive impact that this project could have on our school, neighborhood, or community?