You've decided to join the 100 Acts of Kindness Challenge with us, but don't know where to start? No problem! We have you covered with tons of free resources and ideas to make doing 100 acts of kindness easy and fun! Doing acts of kindness with your kids doesn't have to be complicated. Small intentional acts of kindness truly can change the world. In fact, during the 100 Acts of Kindness project we always say that no act of kindness is ever too … [Read more...]
100 Acts of Kindness Certificate
It's important to not only to teach our kids to be kind but also to celebrate the kindness we see in them and others. Just as you would cheer for winning a sports game or being chosen for a geography bee doing good is also something that should be praised and encouraged. You may be thinking, "but I want my kids to be kind because it's the right thing to do. Not for a party." But hear me out for a second. When we celebrate something we are … [Read more...]
Love Rock Kindness Challenge
Have you made kindness stones or rocks before? It's so simple to do! You decorate rocks and leave them for others to find. It's a fun act of kindness that any age can do and has really caught on in recent years! There are tons of local Facebook groups where you can share photos of any rocks you discover. It's such a great way to spread kindness in your community. We are putting a heart themed spin on the traditional kindness stone and … [Read more...]
Awesome Act of Kindness for Senior Citizens
There is nothing quite as heartwarming as kids making seniors smile. But many senior citizens with limited mobility don't have the ability to get out and interact with others. Often time they are alone for much of the time and can feel isolated. That's where programs like Meals on Wheels America make such a difference. They deliver daily hot meals and check on these seniors in their homes allowing them to get the healthy food and social … [Read more...]
Ice Cream Act of Kindness for Kids
Summer. A season full of sunshine, laughter and lazy days at the pool...and hot and cranky kids and moms! Instead of complaining about the heat, surprise a friend or neighbor with this ice cream act of kindness. Doing acts of kindness for others is a great way to snap out of a cranky mood and teach your kids to do good at the same time. Do something special for others is a great way to turn any day around. Making the act of … [Read more...]
Teach Kids to Help Fight Hunger
Hunger is big. And sad. And can be intimidating to talk about with kids. But it's so important that we do. We want our kids to not just be empathetic to challenges others are facing, but also feel empowered to help. Caring about people who are struggling with hunger is great. Helping people who are struggling with hunger is even better. That's why we're so excited to partner with Scholastic and Feeding America for their Hungry to Help … [Read more...]
The Importance of Being Kind to Yourself
"Of course. I'd love to help out!" you say. You whip out your calendar and add another thing to your already too long to-do list. You really don't mind helping with the kids' school fundraiser. After all you just adore their teachers so this is the least you can do. Right? Somehow you'll pull it off. The kids really do need computers in their classrooms. You just have to switch some things around. But what? You already get up at the crack of … [Read more...]
Take the Thank You Note Kindness Challenge
Raise your hand if you know any kids that love animals? Or nature? Yep. Me too. In fact being outdoors in the fresh air while learning about our native environment is one of my kids' favorite things to do. We love to explore our parks and on a recent trip to one of our local state parks we noticed just how hard working and kind the rangers were. It's not easy taking care of wildlife and nature some days. I know I like to stay inside when it's wet … [Read more...]
