Lesson Plan

Kindness in a Minute! Lesson Plan

Introduce young learners to kindness through interactive, minute-to-win-it games that reinforce empathy and cooperation in a fun, memorable school assembly.

Kindness builds a supportive classroom culture and teaches Pre-K students valuable social-emotional skills in an engaging way.

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Preparation and Review

10 minutes before the session

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Kindness-Themed Games

18 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-Up

7 minutes

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Kindness in a Minute!

Welcome everyone to our assembly. Introduce the title and set a joyful, enthusiastic tone for the session. Mention that today's session will be filled with fun, kindness-based games.

What is Kindness?

Explain the importance of kindness in our daily life. Use simple language, be animated, and ask a few questions to get the students thinking about what kindness means.

Game 1: Pass the Smile

Describe the first game 'Pass the Smile'. Explain how this fast-paced game will show how kindness spreads quickly. Encourage the students and explain safety guidelines.

Game 2: Compliment Relay

Transition the students by introducing 'Compliment Relay'. Explain that they will quickly give a compliment to a friend. Highlight that kind words make people feel great.

Reflection Time

Gather the students together and ask reflective questions. Encourage responses by highlighting good examples of kindness. Let students share a moment of kindness they experienced or gave.

Thank You for Being Kind!

Wrap up the assembly by thanking the students for their participation. Reiterate how each act of kindness makes our world a better place. End on a high note with a cheerful goodbye.

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Kindness in a Minute!

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