There are three ways to ultimate success:
The first way is to be kind.
The second way is to be kind.
The third way is to be kind.
― Fred Rogers
World Kindness Day is celebrated worldwide on November 13. It is a global day to promote the importance of being kind to each other, yourself and to the world. Below is a curated list of learning resources and videos that help promote kindness, empathy and friendship in children of all ages.
Videos to Watch
Hank & Emma Faye: It's Cool to be Kind
This half-hour KLRN Original teaches children social emotional intelligence, sign language, and how to play and interact with others who have disabilities.
Parents and Teachers: If you watched the 30 min program, It’s Cool to Be Kind please consider filling out a short survey for a chance to win a prize!
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Books to Read
Empathy-Building Books for Kids
Reading together leads to empathy — when kids can listen and understand the thoughts and feelings of others and show that they care.
13 Children’s Books That Celebrate Different Ways to Show You Care
Reading can help kids celebrate the different ways people express their love. We’ve gathered some children’s books that show everyday acts of love and kindness.
You Matter | Read Along with Christian Robinson! | PBS KIDS
Join author and illustrator, Christian Robinson, in a very special reading of his book, "You Matter!"
BookSpring Digital Library (English)
BookSpring Digital Library (Spanish)
Activities
Being Kind Bingo: PreK and K English, Spanish
Being Kind Bingo: Grades 1 and 2 English, Spanish
Enjoy "Learn Along" Bingo! We're learning how to share positive interactions with others./ ¡Disfrute con Bingo! Estamos aprendiendo a cómo compartir interacciones positivas con otros.
Not About Perfection | The Healthy Kids Project English, Spanish
Mistakes are a natural part of learning. It’s important to speak with kindness, encouragement, and compassion, whether we are talking to ourselves or to others.
Kindness and Inclusion for Kids from PBS Parents
Explore fun ways to help your child become more empathetic, inclusive, and kind towards others.
SPECIAL EVENT
Join us for a special It’s Cool to Be Kind Celebration event with Hank & Emma Faye. Families can stop by for fun with many local community organizations promoting kindness and inclusion. Join KLRN and Aid the Silent for some fun activities, a special screening of Hank & Emma Faye: It's Cool to Be Kind, and special appearances by Hank & Clifford the Big Red Dog from PBS KIDS. Space is limited!