Get your kids thinking about others with this free printable Random Acts of Kindness list! This list gives you ways for you and your kids to be kind to your family, your classmates, and your community!
Let’s be honest—sometimes our kids need a little (or big) nudge to think about someone other than themselves. That’s why I put together this simple list of random acts of kindness. These are some some relatively easy ideas to help them spread a little joy without a ton of effort (or mess).
We keep a copy of this list on the fridge and let the boys pick one when they’re bored, grumpy, or just feeling a little extra awesome. Whether it’s telling someone you love them, helping out around the house, or gathering food, the goal is just to get them thinking about how their actions can brighten someone’s day.
I originally put this printable together a few years ago when we were spending a lot of time at home (you all know when I’m talking about) and looking for meaningful ways to connect with others safely. Because of that, I actually created two versions of this list—one with traditional ideas, and another that’s perfect for families who want to be a little more cautious while still doing good things for others. You can choose the version that works best for your family and your comfort level!
Things You’ll Need
- The free printable (download it below!)
- Some of the prompts may require different supplies, like food to donate to a food bank or rocks to paint.
- A great attitude!
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How to Use This Random Acts of Kindness Printable
No complicated steps here—just print and go! There are a bunch of simple kindness prompts, like “let someone go ahead of you in line” or “film a ‘good night’ for a loved one” There’s no set order, and no wrong way to do them—your kids can interpret each idea however they like.
You can go in order, cross them off at random, cut them out and pull from a jar—whatever works for your crew. It’s a fun, screen-free way to remind kids that even small acts of kindness can make a difference.
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