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Kindness Rocks Lesson Plan

Students will design and paint smooth rocks with uplifting messages or images, then share their creations around campus to promote kindness, empathy, and community engagement.

This lesson nurtures social–emotional growth by encouraging self-expression, positive communication, and peer connection. Painting and sharing kindness rocks fosters empathy, pride in creative work, and a tangible way to spread joy.

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Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Demonstration

5 minutes

Step 3

Painting Activity

25 minutes

Step 4

Drying & Final Details

5 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Placement Planning

10 minutes

Step 6

Clean-Up

5 minutes

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Kindness Rocks Project

What Is Kindness?

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Step 1: Introduction & Discussion

Step 2: Demonstration

Step 3: Painting Activity

Step 4: Reflection & Placement

Step 5: Clean-Up & Next Steps

Thank You & Go Spread Kindness!

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