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DGT’s Big-Hearted Families™ Toolkit
Our growing collection of projects, printables, book lists, and research-based wisdom will help your busy family grow big hearts. Kindness is a muscle: the more you practice, the stronger your child’s compassion grows.
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November is often a month of reflection and gratitude, marked by the warmth of gathering friends and family for Thanksgiving and the crisp chill of autumn leaves. As parents, this time of year is an ideal time to teach the profound impact kindness can have.
Halloween is traditionally a time for fun, costumes, and candy, but it can also be a wonderful opportunity to teach kids about kindness and generosity. This year, why not incorporate a few giving-back activities into your Halloween celebrations? Check out these ideas to transform Halloween into an opportunity for giving back with your kids.
When parents practice self-care, they set a positive example for their children, showing them that taking care of oneself is vital for maintaining kindness and compassion toward others. When our own "cups" are full, it becomes easier to pour love and care into others. Self-care helps in reducing stress, improving mental health, and increasing overall happiness.
Preparing for the back-to-school season is about more than just new clothes and supplies. It's an opportunity to instill important values like kindness and empathy in your children. By engaging in kindness activities, fostering meaningful conversations, and introducing books and quotes that promote kindness, you can help your child develop a positive and compassionate mindset.
As we understand more about the science of kindness, we learn that small acts can have profound effects on both individuals and communities. By integrating acts of kindness into daily routines, encouraging meaningful conversations, and exposing children to inspiring stories, parents can nurture empathy and compassion in their children and reap the benefits of kindness science!
As we understand more about the science of kindness, we learn that small acts can have profound effects on both individuals and communities. By integrating acts of kindness into daily routines, encouraging meaningful conversations, and exposing children to inspiring stories, parents can nurture empathy and compassion in their children and reap the benefits of kindness science!
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