The middle school school years. It’s a time fraught with hormonal fluctuations, friendship challenges, identity formation, and moral dilemmas. So, where does kindness fit in? How can we foster a kinder middle school culture? Read more for free lessons and simple…

Have you ever heard a student use biased language or ask a question based on an incorrect assumption or stereotype? If the answer is “yes” you might may be witnessing a microaggression. Research tells us that microaggressions are very common,…

Everyone agrees: kindness is cool! The kindness campaigns, such as Random Acts of Kindness, are successful because they place attention on positive deeds and values. They emphasize the importance of thoughtful, caring acts. They create a call to action, and often involve…

October is National Bullying Prevention Month! Over the past ten years, we’ve come a long way in our understanding of bullying. The good news: recent national surveys have showed a small decline in bullying among youth!  Parents, educators and students are taking more…

Social Emotional Learning Makes a Difference at an Urban After-School Program Where does social-emotional learning belong? It belongs everywhere: at home, in the classroom, and in after-school programming! Simple strategies to help children develop emotional awareness, self-control, conflict resolution and…