What If We Were All Kind Picture Book Companion and Activities

Description

This What If We Were All Kind Picture Book Companion and Activities helps your students build empathy, strengthen friendship skills, and reflect on meaningful acts of kindness with this ready-to-use lesson pack inspired by What If We Were All Kind by C.M. Harris. Perfect for read-alouds, morning meetings, and SEL lessons, this resource includes comprehension questions and creative art activities that encourage thoughtful discussion and positive choices. Aligned with CASEL Standards, it’s an easy way to support a kind, caring classroom community.

If you are looking for a picture-book companion resource on kindness, acts of kindness, friendship, self-compassion, and empathy, this is it! This What If We Were All Kind Picture Book Companion and Activities resource covers TWO WEEKS’ worth of classroom material (there are over 70 pages and 30 activities). It’s great to implement in January to start of the new year with incorporating kindness in your classroom, beginning of the school year, during “Random Acts of Kindness Week, or ANY time of the year.

 

Skills & Concepts Covered:

•Kindness and empathy

•Friendship skills

•Social awareness

•Responsible decision-making

•Reading comprehension

•Creative expression

 

 

Teacher Tips:

Works well for whole-group read-alouds
Ideal for Kindness Week, character education, or back-to-school lessons
Activities encourage both reflection and creativity
Easy to adapt for individual, partner, or small-group work

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

•Promotes positive classroom culture

•Encourages meaningful student conversations

•Combines literacy, SEL, and art

•Ready to print and teach

Create a kinder classroom—one choice at a time!
Add this resource to your SEL library and help students imagine what the world could be like if we were all kindis What If We Were All Kind resource comprises 71 pages and 30 activities and is available in both printable and digital formats.

 

This resource can be used for:

Read Aloud Time

SEL Block

Morning Meetings

Whole-Class Discussions

Counselor Lessons

Fun Fridays

Class Incentives

Sub-Plans

And MORE!

Summary of story:

Award-Winning Publisher – Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion (2025)

Spread Kindness and Make the World Shine Brighter! Kindness at school, at home, and in our communities can make a world of difference! What If We Were All Kind! is a must-have, full of colorful rhymes and a bonus activity.

Imagine a world where everyone treated each other with kindness. What If We Were All Kind! is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated rhyming book that inspires children to make kindness a daily habit. With fun characters and positive messages, this story shows young readers how simple acts of kindness can make a big difference.

Teach the Joy of Giving and Caring

Through relatable scenarios, children will see how helping others, sharing, and being thoughtful can brighten someone’s day. From offering a helping hand to being a good friend, this book encourages children to develop empathy and compassion.

Foster Positive Behavior in Kids

Perfect for ages 3-9, What If We Were All Kind! highlights the importance of treating others with respect and finding ways to spread joy. This uplifting book helps children understand that kindness is not only easy but also rewarding, leaving a lasting impression on those around them.

Perfect for Storytime and Classroom Discussions

Educators and parents will love how What If We Were All Kind! can spark meaningful conversations about being a role model for kindness. Companion interactive activities are available, making it an excellent resource for classrooms and homes.

An Inspirational Gift for All Occasions

This book is an ideal gift for birthdays, holidays, or any time you want to inspire a child to make the world a better place. Its timeless message encourages children to live with a kind heart and shows them that even the smallest actions can have the biggest impact.

Let What If We Were All Kind! be the start of a journey to spread love, compassion, and joy in your community. Order your copy today and inspire kindness wherever you go!

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