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Raising Kind Kids Lesson Plan

Empower parents with practical strategies to inculcate empathy and kindness in their preschool children through discussion, reading, and interactive activities.

Building empathy and kindness early can positively influence a child's social and emotional development, creating a more compassionate and supportive environment at home.

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Session Preparation

30 Minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Overview

15 Minutes

Step 2

Interactive Discussion

30 Minutes

Step 3

Reading & Reflective Activity

30 Minutes

Step 4

Slide Deck Presentation

30 Minutes

Step 5

Closing & Q&A

15 Minutes

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Reading

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Slide Deck

Raising Kind Kids: A Parent's Guide

Introduce the topic, welcome parents, and outline what will be covered in the session. Emphasize the importance of empathy and kindness in early childhood development.

Why Empathy & Kindness?

Discuss the key concepts of empathy and kindness. Use examples to illustrate how these traits can positively impact your child's development.

Strategies for Fostering Empathy & Kindness

Provide practical strategies for parents, using bullet points and real-life examples. Encourage parents to relate these strategies to their daily routines.

Interactive Activity

Introduce an interactive exercise. Ask parents to share a brief personal experience or a goal regarding teaching kindness to their child. This slide serves as a prompt for group discussion.

Closing & Takeaways

Summarize the session key points. Provide take-home messages and encourage parents to apply these strategies at home. End with a Q&A invitation.

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Raising Kind Kids: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Empathy and Kindness

Lauren Hanley

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