Caring
Read the book "How Kind" by Mary Murphy to recall details and how to share kind efforts
Month 1 · Activity 12 · Character Traits
Instructions
- Read the book “How Kind” by Mary Murphy or Read/Listen here
- After reading the book, let the child name the animals who did something kind
- Ask the child to name one kind thing they have done or seen someone else do
Simplify
Use the book to show each of the animals as child describes what "kind" thing the animal did
Extend
Discuss an activity for the child to do the next day that shows they are kind. Tomorrow, remember to ask how they felt when they did a kind act.
See if the child can remember and name the animals in order as introduced in the book.
QUESTIONS FOR CHILD
What is your favorite animal in the story?
Why would you like a friend to be kind?
Materials
- Book “How Kind” by Mary Murphy or Read/Listen here (use full screen and pause as needed)
Activity Resources
Language Skills
Social Skills
Problem Solving Skills
