The school's break is over. The weather is freezing--even here in Florida! The kids are stuck inside. Again. The glow of the holidays feels so long ago... Sound familiar? Then I have just what you are looking for! The 100 Acts of Kindness Project! Why Join The 100 Acts of Kindness Project? Doing acts of kindness is the best and easiest way to connect with your kids. Even if you aren't stuck inside and going stir crazy this month … [Read more...]
100 Acts of Kindness Printables
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...]
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...]
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...]
Get Kids Excited About Doing Good with a Kindness Coloring Page
There's a million reasons that it's important to teach kids to be kind, but doing acts of kindness shouldn't be a chore. In order for kids to develop a habit of kindness they need to see that doing good is both do-able and enjoyable. Kids need to learn that being kind isn't just good, it's also a lot of fun! That's where this kindness coloring page come in. You can use it to get kids excited about doing acts of kindness. Keep reading for the … [Read more...]
Join the 100 Acts of Kindness Project today!
How nice would it be to turn on the TV or open up Facebook and see nothing but stories full of kindness and hope?People helping each other, working together, and making the world a better place. Sounds great...but totally unrealistic right? Maybe not. We all need a little more kindness right now, but we can't just want it to happen, we need to make it happen. More kindness in our families, in our communities, in our world. Step by step, act by … [Read more...]
