Kindness Matters: in Tweetieville
#1 of 2 in Created by God Series
on Goodreads (1)
What’s inside...
Follow along when two new bird families come into Tweetieville and how the Tweeties react to them. Watch how kindness makes a difference in their little town. How do you react to others that may be different than you? How does God want us to treat others?
Discussion points
What are some ways the birds in Tweetieville showed kindness to each other? Can you think of a time you did something similar?
How did the birds feel when they were kind to each other? How does being kind make you feel?
Why is it important to be kind even when it's difficult?
What can we do to spread kindness in our community just like in Tweetieville?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences by asking them to share instances when they have shown or received kindness.
Highlight the emotions in the story, asking your child how they think the characters felt during key moments and how those moments made them feel.
Discuss the impact of kindness with your child, exploring how small acts can make a big difference.
Use examples from the book to teach empathy, asking your child to imagine how they would feel in the characters’ situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: In 'Kindness Matters: in Tweetieville', characters demonstrate empathy by understanding and sharing the feelings of others who are different from them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being considerate of classmates' feelings and viewpoints, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: The book showcases how characters work together to solve problems in Tweetieville, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of participating in group activities and collaborating with others to achieve common goals at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: Respect
Explanation: Characters in the story respect each other’s differences, whether they are big or small, which contributes to a peaceful community.
Real-World Application: Children learn to honor individual differences among friends and family, promoting a culture of respect and understanding.
Example Lesson: Generosity
Explanation: Generosity is exemplified when characters share resources and time with those who need them, without expecting anything in return.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to share toys, help out at home, and engage in acts of kindness without seeking rewards.
Example Lesson: Positive Communication
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters use positive and encouraging language to communicate, which helps in resolving conflicts.
Real-World Application: Children can practice using positive words when interacting with others, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively and resolve disputes amicably.