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Little Parachutes Gold Star Winner
Categories: Friendship & Getting Along, Kindness, Manners & Politeness

Kind

A beautiful picture book which explores and encourages kindness in many forms. It promotes sharing, acceptance, tolerance and empathy.
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Kind by Alison Green

Author: Alison Green
Illustrator: Various
Publisher: Alison Green Books

“It feels nice to be kind. And it’s a good idea, too…”

This is not a story book, but rather a child-friendly description of the many forms of kindness, suggesting numerous simple and attainable ways that young children can be kind to others. It boils down to simple messages – consider the feelings of others, be helpful and thoughtful whenever you can, and respect and enjoy each other’s differences.

Charmingly illustrated by 19 top illustrators including Axel Sheffler, Chris Haughton and Sir Quentin Blake, this would make a lovely gift for a child, and is a great way to open a conversation about kindness. Part of the proceeds of the book will be donated to Three Peas, a charity which supports refugees (the book touches upon the courage it takes for people to leave their homes to seek safety).

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The messages we found in this book:

Guidance:

  • The World is a better place when people are kind to each other.
  • There are lots of simple things that children can do to be kind (even if they’re very small and shy)
  • Being kind makes YOU feel good too
  • We should make room for others and share willingly.
  • Enjoy exploring what makes us all different (culture, tastes, interests, language, etc).
Review by: Claire Ward-Dutton

Categories: Friendship & Getting Along, Kindness, Manners & Politeness
Tags: behaviour, co-operation, diversity, feelings, friends, gratitude, multicultural, prejudice



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