Kindness (cooperation, compassion, empathy)

Big Ideas:
  • Help people in need.
  • Be sensitive to people’s feelings.
  • Never be mean or hurtful.
  • Think about how your actions will affect others.
  • Always remember – we become caring people by doing caring things!
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The Quiltmaker's Gift by Jeff Brumbeau (E BRU)
When a generous quiltmaker finally agrees to make a quilt for a greedy king but only under certain conditions, she helps him to undergo a change of heart.  SafeShare (12:58)
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The Jar of Happiness by Ailsa Burrows
Meg's jar of happiness brings joy to anyone she visits until one day the jar goes missing.  Can Meg be happy again?
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Pinduli by Jane Cannon (E CAN)
This book can start a good discussion about teasing. Pinduli, a young striped hyena, is hurt by the unkind words of other animals.  What should he do?
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Enemy Pie by Derek Munson (E MUN)
How do you get rid of your enemy?  Find out the best way in this story!
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Crazy Hair Day by Barney Saltzberg (E SAL)
Stanley is excited about the Crazy Hair Day at his school until he finds out he has gotten the date wrong.
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A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip Christian Stead (E STE)
Amos McGee, a friendly zookeeper, always spends time with his animal friends.  One day, he stays at home due to a cold, but he receives some unexpected guests.  BookFlix (9:56)
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Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch by Eileen Spinelli (E SPI)
Mr. Hatch's unsociable life changes completely after he receives an anonymous gift on Valentine's Day.
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14 Cows for America by Carmen Agra Deedy (361.3 DEE)
After hearing the story of the September 11 attacks from a young Massai, who was in New York on that day, other members of the tribe tribal members decide to present the American people with fourteen sacred cows as a healing gift.         SafeShare Book Trailer (1:19)
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Listen to the Wind by Greg Mortenson (371 MOR)
After the villagers saved his life, Greg Mortenson he vowed to return and build them a school. This is a remarkable story of how his promise was kept and brought changes to the lives of thousands of people.        SafeShare Read-aloud (5:35)
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Two Bobbies: a True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, and Survival by Kirby Larson (636.8 LAR)
A remarkable story of friendship between Bobbie (the dog) and Bob Cat.
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