ABC of Kindness
Kind Hearts Series
What’s inside...
ABC of Kindness is a charming picture book that introduces young readers to the alphabet through acts of kindness. Each letter of the alphabet is associated with a word that promotes kindness, such as 'A is for All of us be everyone's friend,' teaching children the importance of being kind and considerate to others. This cute board book has a cast of animal characters and gentle rhyming text, showing us all the ways in which we can be kind to one another – from A to Z!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-5
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What does kindness mean to you after reading this book?
Can you think of a time when someone was kind to you? How did it make you feel?
How can we show kindness to people who are different from us?
Why do you think it's important to be kind to others?
Can you think of a way to be kind to someone tomorrow?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the questions, highlight the specific examples from the book to make the ideas more relatable.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the acts of kindness in the book and draw parallels to their own experiences.
Praise your child for the kind acts they've done, reinforcing the positive behavior emphasized in the book.
Ask open-ended questions to allow your child to explore their thoughts on kindness and its impact on others.
Use examples from the book to brainstorm with your child ways they can incorporate kindness into their daily routines.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The book demonstrates empathy through characters showing understanding and compassion towards each other.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize emotions and perspectives of others, helping them to build stronger relationships.
Example Lesson: Sharing
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of sharing through scenes where characters share toys and snacks.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of sharing with their friends and siblings, fostering a sense of community and cooperation.
Example Lesson: Politeness
Explanation: Characters in the book use polite words like 'please' and 'thank you', modeling respectful communication.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use polite language in their daily interactions, which is important for building respect and positive social experiences.
Example Lesson: Helpfulness
Explanation: The story showcases characters helping each other in simple tasks, underlining the importance of being helpful.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to assist others in daily tasks, promoting a helpful and proactive attitude in the community.
Example Lesson: Kindness to Animals
Explanation: Animals are treated with kindness and care by the characters, teaching respect for all living beings.
Real-World Application: Children learn to extend their kindness beyond people, understanding the importance of caring for animals and the environment.