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Be Kind
Last updated Thursday, June 24, 2021
Author: Pat Zietlow Miller
Illustrator: Jen Hill
Date of Publication: 2018
ISBN: 978-1626723214
Grade Level: Kindergarten (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Jun. 2021
Synopsis:
When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate wants to make her feel better, wondering: What does it mean to be kind?
From asking the new girl to play to standing up for someone being bullied, this moving story explores what kindness is, and how any act, big or small, can make a difference―or at least help a friend.
| Discussion topics for before reading: |
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Why do you think we should be kind to other people?
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When was a time you were nice to someone else? When was someone else was nice to you?
Vocabulary
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Splotches - large, irregular spots, stains
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Consignment - property sent to an agent for sale, storage, or shipment
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Refuge - shelter or protection from danger
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| Discussion topics for during/after reading: |
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How do you think Tanisha felt when her classmates laughed at her for spilling her grape juice?
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What would you do if you saw people laughing at someone?
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What are some examples of being kind?
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| Craft ideas: |
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Draw a picture of a time when you were kind to someone - like you lent someone who was cold your sweater.
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Draw how it feels when someone does something nice for you.
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It's Father's Day later this month! (June 20th) Using the whiteboard, draw a Father's Day Card. Or, draw a Father's Day card for you grandfather, father, uncle, or someone who has been like a father to you.
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Check our craft ideas on Pinterest!
https://www.pinterest.com/readingtokids/june-2021-friendship-fun/
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| Special activities: |
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The children can discuss what are some nice activities they want to do such as donating clothing.
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*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions.
You can use them, but you don't have to use them.
You can expand upon them, or add your own twist.
Remember, though, that the focus of your time should
not be on the development and execution of a craft;
the focus should be on the read-aloud and the
enjoyment of the book!
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