Acts of Kindness Week
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What you will learn
- 1Carry out one intentional act of kindness each day for five days
- 2Explain why kindness benefits both the giver and the receiver
Mini Lesson
You have learned how to understand yourself, understand others, make good choices, and solve problems. Now it is time for the final planet: Growing Together. This is where everything you have learned comes alive — not just in your own life, but in the lives of the people around you.
What is an act of kindness?
- An act of kindness is a deliberate, thoughtful choice to do something good for another person.
- It is different from accidental niceness — you plan it and carry it out on purpose.
- Acts of kindness do not have to be big or expensive — small, sincere actions matter most.
Why kindness helps everyone
- The receiver feels seen, cared for, and valued.
- The giver feels proud, connected, and happier — research shows kindness boosts your own mood.
- Kindness is contagious — when one person is kind, others are more likely to be kind too.
Ideas for your five daily kindness challenges
- Day 1 — Write a thank-you note to someone who has helped you.
- Day 2 — Do a chore at home without being asked.
- Day 3 — Give a specific, genuine compliment to someone you know.
- Day 4 — Include someone who seems left out in an activity or conversation.
- Day 5 — With a grown-up nearby, do something kind for a stranger — hold a door or smile.
Words to know
Act of kindness
A thoughtful choice to do good for someone
e.g. Helping at home was my act of kindness today.
Intentional
On purpose, planned ahead
e.g. An intentional choice is more meaningful.
Receiver
The person who gets the kindness
e.g. The receiver of my note felt happy.
Giver
The person who does the kind act
e.g. The giver feels happy too.
Compliment
Kind words that praise someone
e.g. I gave my friend a genuine compliment.
Each day, write one sentence about what you did and how it felt. Ask yourself: "Who could most use an act of kindness today?"
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