Lesson Plans
The Impact of Kindness – inspired by White Bird by R.J. Palacio
Grades: Elementary – grades 4-6
Subject Area: Language Arts, Social Studies
Made Possible By: Random House Children's Books
Explore the impact small acts of kindness can have in the community. With activities that focus on kindness, hope, and self-reflection, students will practice research and communication skills. The activities can be used with or without reading the novel.
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Complete Teaching Kit
Activity 1
Activity 2
Curricular Standards
Learn more about White Bird by R.J. Palacio
A video message from R.J. Palacio
Choosing Kind