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Share your reflections on the random acts of kindness and community building that you observe in your school-age program.

Acts of Kindness

A learning environment rich in kindness is the foundation of what it takes to create a sense of community. The emotional climate of your learning environment will be determined by the behaviors of the children and staff within it. In this activity, you will take time to observe the school-age learning environment for acts of kindness.

An act of kindness can be big or small. From helping clean up after an activity, to listening to a friend, or sharing a toy. Acts of kindness take place every day. Take time to observe the school-age learning environment and take notes on the acts of kindness you observe. Use the form below to describe the acts of kindness that you observe.

1. List Acts of Kindness You Have Observed in Your Program:
    

Structure and Safety

In order for a school-age environment to establish a sense of community, children need to feel safe and secure. To achieve this, it is important to provide children with structure and boundaries in an environment where they feel comfortable being themselves and taking risks. Use the form below to note details observed in the learning environment that are examples of:

• Children taking risks such as trying something new or making a new friend
• Staff members making behavior expectations clear to children
• Children being encouraged to share their feelings
• Celebration of diversity
• Precautions to prevent children from physical and emotional harm