Lesson Plan

Kindness Ripple Effect Lesson Plan

Students will learn the importance of kindness by participating in various activities that encourage spreading kind actions, building empathy and social skills.

This lesson fosters a positive environment by teaching children how small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect, benefiting both themselves and the wider school community. Extra activities deepen their understanding and provide diverse ways to engage with kindness.

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Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction (5 minutes)

5 minutes

Step 2

Kindness Ripple Card Activity (10 minutes)

10 minutes

Step 3

Kindness Chain Reaction (5 minutes)

5 minutes

Step 4

Kindness Journal Reflection (5 minutes)

5 minutes

Step 5

Sharing & Reflection (5 minutes)

5 minutes

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Kindness Ripple Effect

Use this opening slide to introduce the topic. Share your enthusiasm about kindness and briefly outline what today's lesson will cover.

What is Kindness?

Initiate a discussion by asking students what kindness means. Share real-life examples to make the concept more tangible.

Activity Setup

Explain the kindness activity. Distribute materials and demonstrate the creation of a Kindness Ripple Card. Provide clear examples.

Creating Your Kindness Ripple Card

Encourage students to be creative. Walk around to offer support and ensure everyone understands the activity instructions.

Sharing & Reflection

Facilitate a sharing session where students present their cards. Emphasize the ripple effect of kindness and the importance of empathy.

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Kindness Ripple Effect

Jennifer Bricher

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