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Kindness Reflection - Upper Primary

Kindness Reflection - Upper Primary
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Description

The Kindness Reflection - Upper Primary resource encourages students to reflect more deeply on the importance of kindness, empathy, and community through structured prompts. Each section, using the acronym "KINDNESS," helps students articulate their understanding of acts of kindness, self-kindness, and positive relationships. This resource is ideal for fostering thoughtful discussions and written reflections.

Suitable for
  • Relief Teachers
Lesson Structure
  • Individual Activity
  • Rotations / Group Work
  • Class Activity
Curriculum Codes

AC9HS3S04 9

Analyse information and data, and identify perspectives

ACPPS037 8.4

Describe how respect, empathy and valuing diversity can positively influence relationships

ACELY1796 8.4

Use interaction skills, for example paraphrasing, questioning and interpreting non-verbal cues and choose vocabulary and vocal effects appropriate for different audiences and purposes

ACHASSI056 8.4

Examine information to identify different points of view and distinguish facts from opinions

VCHHC067

Identify the origin and content features of primary sources when describing the significance of people, places and events

HT2-5 old

Applies skills of historical inquiry and communication

GE2-4 old

Acquires and communicates geographical information using geographical tools for inquiry

Differentiation

Modifications

•    For Students Needing Support:
-    Group Work: Work in pairs or groups to brainstorm and discuss answers before writing.
-    Prompt Cards: Provide cards with examples of kind actions for inspiration.
-    Simplified Writing: Accept shorter written responses if needed.

•    For Students Ready for a Challenge:
-    Extended Writing: Encourage detailed stories or examples of how they or others demonstrated kindness.
-   Class Presentations: Allow students to present their responses to the class.
-   Leadership Role: Have students lead group discussions or small kindness projects.
 

EXTENSIONS

•    Class Kindness Board: Create a shared board where students post their reflections.
•    Community Project: Inspire students to create and participate in a kindness initiative, such as writing thank-you notes to community helpers.
•    Reflection Journal: Develop an ongoing journal where students record acts of kindness they observe or take part in.
 

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