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Be persistent! Persistence is the continuous effort to do or achieve something even when faced with obstacles.

Assembly Read Aloud: My Brave Year of Firsts by Jamie Lee Curtis

Books that teach persistence:

Below is a fun little animation that illustrates persistence!

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Flexibility…Be flexible!

April’s word of the month is flexibility. Having a positive and hopeful attitude helps us to overcome challenges. When times are difficult or mistakes are made, it is important to stay motivated and be flexible. Being flexible helps us when we need to cope with changes. Flexibility helps us to think about problems in new, creative ways.

Overview: Flexibility is the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

Assembly Read Aloud: But, Excuse Me, That Is My Book by Lauren Child

In this funny “Charlie and Lola” adventure, Lola insists on going to the library to get her favorite book, the same one she has taken out over and over again. What will happen when she discovers that the book she loves is not on the library shelves? Will Lola be flexible and take an different book from the library shelves?

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Be compassionate!  Be kind!

K is for kindness! It’s a simple word, it’s true, but it’s amazing what a word can do! How will you be kind today? Small actions make a big difference! Kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. PASS IT ON!

Assembly Read Aloud: Pass It On by Sophy Henn

When you see something terrific, smile a smile and pass it on! If you chance upon a chuckle, hee hee hee and pass it on. Should you spot a thing of wonder, jump for joy and Pass It On!

Read More Books About Kindness!

• The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig
• Come With Me by Holly McGhee
• Pass it On by Sophy Henn
• Kindness is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler by Margery Cuyler
• Heartprints by PK Hallinan
• Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
• I Like Your Buttons by Sarah Marwil Lamstein
• How Full is Your Bucket? (for kids) by Tom Rath
• What Does It Mean to Be Kind? by Rana DiOrio
• A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead
• Horton Hears a Who! by Dr. Seuss
• Enemy Pie by Derek Munson
• Good People Everywhere by Lynea Gillen
• The Monster Who Lost His Mean by Tiffany Strelitz Haber
• Because Amelia Smiled by David Ezra Stein

Sing Songs About Kindness!

Read About Kindness with books from YouTube!




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Be compassionate!  Be kind!

K is for kindness! It’s a simple word, it’s true, but it’s amazing what a word can do! How will you be kind today? Small actions make a big difference! Kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. PASS IT ON!

Assembly Read Aloud: Pass It On by Sophy Henn

When you see something terrific, smile a smile and pass it on! If you chance upon a chuckle, hee hee hee and pass it on. Should you spot a thing of wonder, jump for joy and Pass It On!

Read More Books About Kindness!

• The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig
• Come With Me by Holly McGhee
• Pass it On by Sophy Henn
• Kindness is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler by Margery Cuyler
• Heartprints by PK Hallinan
• Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
• I Like Your Buttons by Sarah Marwil Lamstein
• How Full is Your Bucket? (for kids) by Tom Rath
• What Does It Mean to Be Kind? by Rana DiOrio
• A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead
• Horton Hears a Who! by Dr. Seuss
• Enemy Pie by Derek Munson
• Good People Everywhere by Lynea Gillen
• The Monster Who Lost His Mean by Tiffany Strelitz Haber
• Because Amelia Smiled by David Ezra Stein

Sing Songs About Kindness!

Read About Kindness with books from YouTube!




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Optimism: Optimism is the ability to remain hopeful and confident about the future or successful outcome of something. Be positive!

Assembly Read Aloud: Spin by Rebecca Janni

Go for a spin up a hill—when the story of a bike ride becomes an inspirational journey.Albert Einstein once said, “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.” Ride along up and down the hills and valleys of this bike ride.

Sing Songs About OPTIMISM!

Read About OPTIMISM with books from YouTube!

Be compassionate!  Be kind!

K is for kindness! It’s a simple word, it’s true, but it’s amazing what a word can do! How will you be kind today? Small actions make a big difference! Kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. PASS IT ON!

Assembly Read Aloud: Pass It On by Sophy Henn

When you see something terrific, smile a smile and pass it on! If you chance upon a chuckle, hee hee hee and pass it on. Should you spot a thing of wonder, jump for joy and Pass It On!

Read More Books About Kindness!

• The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig
• Come With Me by Holly McGhee
• Pass it On by Sophy Henn
• Kindness is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler by Margery Cuyler
• Heartprints by PK Hallinan
• Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
• I Like Your Buttons by Sarah Marwil Lamstein
• How Full is Your Bucket? (for kids) by Tom Rath
• What Does It Mean to Be Kind? by Rana DiOrio
• A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead
• Horton Hears a Who! by Dr. Seuss
• Enemy Pie by Derek Munson
• Good People Everywhere by Lynea Gillen
• The Monster Who Lost His Mean by Tiffany Strelitz Haber
• Because Amelia Smiled by David Ezra Stein

Sing Songs About Kindness!

Read About Kindness with books from YouTube!




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Gratitude

Be grateful!

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful; the readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
Assembly Read Aloud:
The Thankful Book by Todd Parr
I am thankful for music because it makes me want to dance.
I am thankful for my feet because they help me run and play.
I am thankful for kisses because they make me feel loved.

Acceptance is the fact of allowing someone to become part of a group or community and making them feel welcome.
Assembly Read Aloud: The Sandwich Swap by Queen Rania of Jordan

The smallest things can pull us apart-until we learn that friendship is far more powerful than difference.

The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Pinkwater

The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss

Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes

Unique Monique by Maria Rousaki

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