The following activities, book reviews, articles, and resources are designed to help each of us and our children find ways to show that we care for ourselves, each other, and our earth.

Developing Empathy  Four ways to develop empathy for others. All ages

Stick for Peace  Using the Native American peace stick tradition to show kindness and respect for others. Preschool-Elementary

Simple Kindness  A video to discuss. Plus a TPN I Care activity. Books about kindness for our youngest children. Kindness Resources. Preschool-lower elementary

Sharing Kindness How does sharing kindnesses make our daily lives more meaningful? A video to watch and discuss with follow up activities. Preschool & up

Walk in Their Shoes  Seeing another’s point of view Featured Book: Walk in Their Shoes Activity: Footsteps All ages

Snap Judgments Watch the video Too Quick Too Judge and then discuss Elementary & up

Compassion, Love, & Reciprocity Being a compassionate adult. A discussion of The Course of Love by Alain de Botton Adult

The Golden Rule  Watch a video of Mr. Roger’s explaining the Golden Rule and learn different versions from around the world. All

14 Caring Gifts from the Heart Gifting time, attention, and caring. A coupon book gift activity. All ages

Gift Giving in a Season of Buying  Alternatives to purchasing a gift.

Compassion, Love, & Reciprocity Being a compassionate adult. A discussion of The Course of Love by Alain de Botton Adult

It’s Mine Teaching young children how to share. Preschool-Elementary

I Want to be a Good Person A discussion of Jon Muth’s children’s book retelling of Leo Tolstoy’s story Three Questions

Books about Gift Giving Review of six books about unique and positive ways to give gifts. Elementary

Let’s Teach Empathy  Lessons & activities for teaching empathy. All ages

Practicing Gratitude  Review of 3 books about being thankful. Preschool-elementary