The Kindness Club: Designed by Lucy
#2 of 2 in The Kindness Club Series
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What’s inside...
In this second book of the series, Lucy Tanaka, along with her friends Chloe Silver and Theo Barnes, form The Kindness Club to perform acts of kindness in their community. When they learn that their classmate, Serena, has lost her mother and her birthday is approaching, they decide to throw her a birthday party at her family's bowling alley. However, unexpected complications arise that threaten to ruin the party. Inspired by kindness projects and anti-bullying campaigns, this book emphasizes the timeless value of kindness and its impact.
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Discussion points
How did Lucy and her friends show kindness in the story, and how did it affect those around them?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone and made them feel better? How did that make you feel?
Why do you think it's important to work together like Lucy and her friends did?
What are some ways you can show kindness to your friends and family every day?
How do you think the club’s projects changed the way the characters felt about each other and their school?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion by sharing a personal story about a time you experienced kindness, encouraging your child to relate to the story personally.
Praise specific positive behaviors mentioned in the book and relate them to actions your child can take, reinforcing the good values.
Ask your child to draw or act out their favorite scene that involves kindness, which can help strengthen their understanding and recall of the story.
Encourage your child to think about how they can start their own 'Kindness Club' and what kind projects they would like to do to spread kindness.
Guide the conversation to help your child identify emotions in the book, such as happiness when kindness is shared, and relate these to real-life situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: The protagonist, Lucy, demonstrates empathy by understanding and responding to the feelings of her classmates, especially those who feel left out or are new to the school.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being attentive to their peers' emotions and offering friendship or support when someone seems lonely or upset.
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Lucy collaborates with her friends to tackle various challenges, showing that working together can achieve better outcomes than working alone.
Real-World Application: Kids can use this lesson in group tasks at school, in sports, or in collaborative games, recognizing the value of each team member's contribution.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Lucy uses her creativity to design and implement solutions, like creating a club to foster kindness at school.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to use their imagination to solve everyday problems and think outside the box in both academic and social situations.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the Face of Challenges
Explanation: Lucy encounters obstacles along the way, but she remains determined and perseveres to make her vision of the Kindness Club a reality.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that setbacks are natural, and perseverance is key to overcoming difficulties, encouraging them to keep trying despite obstacles.
Example Lesson: Leadership Skills
Explanation: As the founder of the Kindness Club, Lucy takes on a leadership role, making decisions and motivating others to contribute positively to their community.
Real-World Application: Children can emulate these leadership qualities in their own interactions, whether in small group activities or in larger community settings.