Minds On
Let's get started!
Think about the following questions:
- What is kindness?
- How can you share your kindness?
- What does it feel like when you are kind to others?
Record your ideas in writing, digitally, as images or as an audio recording.
Brainstorm and share your thoughts with a partner, if possible.
Press 'Kindness' to access a possible definition for this word.
Kindness is shown through behaviours such as caring for others, being generous, and being considerate. When a person is kind, they might be experience feelings of happiness and calm.
A person can show kindness by being patient and waiting for people. Another way to show kindness is by sharing positive messages with other people.
Let's explore the following episode entitled “My Kindness Matters- Allie” to explore how others are using kindness in their everyday lives.
Brainstorm
Showing kindness
How did Allie show kindness?
How might someone express kindness in different ways?
Record your ideas in writing, as images, digitally, or as an audio recording.
Action
Get ready, get set…
Sharing kindness through art
Some people express kind thoughts and positive messages through artwork.
For example, putting a symbol such as a rainbow in their window is a way to share a kind message.
What are symbols?
Symbols are simple pictures that represent words. Sometimes when a person doesn't know a word, they can draw it out.
Can you think of an example of types of artwork that shares kind messages?
Kindness rocks
Do you know about The Kindness Rocks Project?
The Kindness Rock Project is a way to help people express positive messages through art.
There are rocks that are different in size and colour with different messages on them. The title for this project is called “The Kindness Rocks Project”. Right after the title there is a message describing what it is. The message says “take one when you need one share one with a friend who needs some Inspiration or leave one for another. 1 message at just the right moment can change your whole day, outlook.”
Each kindness rock is carefully painted and is placed in where others might notice it.
Each rock has a positive word, message and/or symbol marked on it. It might include a pattern and/or bright colours. The idea behind the Kindness Rocks Project is to spread feelings of kindness and togetherness.
What is a pattern?
Pattern is art with a repeating design. The pattern can have lines and shapes. The pattern can have colour and texture.
Go!
Check out the following Kindness Rocks.
What is the message on this rock?
Press 'Message' to consider a possible answer.
The text on this rock is 'Peace'.
What patterns, textures and/or colours are used?
Press 'Answer' to check out some elements of this rock.
This Kindness Rock uses bright colours and dots to make the rock easy to notice.
What ideas do you think are important to include on this rock?
Press 'Important Ideas' to reveal a possible answer.
One important element to include on this Kindness Rock could be a positive message. Another important element could be a distinct pattern that is easy to notice.
Check out the following Kindness Rock.
What is the message on this rock?
What patterns and/or colours are used?
What do you think is important to include on this rock?
Record your ideas using a method of your choice.
Consolidation
Putting it all together
Creating your own positive message
Let's get creating!
You are going to create your own kindness rock or artwork.
Materials Needed
Materials
Possible materials you might need for this learning activity:
- a blank sheet of paper or an art journal
- drawing materials such as pencils or crayons
- an electronic tablet for drawing
- any other art materials you like to use
Student Success
Exploring digital creation options
When you are considering digital creation options, explore the variety of digital applications available!
Note to teachers: See your teacher guide for collaboration tools, ideas and suggestions.
Now it's your turn to create! Press the following tabs to check out a variety of methods to create your art. Choose one of the following options to try out!
Create a detailed description of your kindness art plan.
- What images and/or symbols you might use to help share your meaning?
- Will you include a specific word or words?
- Will you include a specific pattern and/or colours?
Use a digital program to create your art piece. Start by planning what kind of art piece you will create. How will you use the design elements discussed in the learning activity? Your artwork could be real or imaginary. Begin by planning how to include the design element.
Decide if you are using this design element or that design element.
Digitally create your piece using your plan! Remember to include details that create the feeling or the message you would like to communicate.
Create your own kindness rock or poster sharing a positive message using symbols or images, words and patterns and/or colours.
Possible materials needed for this learning activity:
- smooth rocks or stones
- acrylic paint
- sponge brushes
- acrylic paint pens
or
- paper
- drawing tools (i.e., paint, markers, pencil crayons etc.)
Press the following tabs to follow the steps to create your own Kindness Rock.
Find a rock you can use. Your rock should be smooth and flat.
Clean the rock with soap and water and allow it to dry.
Once the rock is dry, paint the top of your rock with a base coat of acrylic paint. This pattern, texture and/or colour will be your background!
When the base coat is dry, add your message of kindness. You can also think of adding images or emojis on your rock.
Place your rock somewhere where others can enjoy it.
Press the following tabs to follow the steps of creating a poster like the tree poster used in the example.
Gather all your materials.
Select the drawing tool and/or colours you will use.
Create a sketch of your design using pencil.
Add details and colour to your poster.
Share your poster with a partner, if possible.
Portfolio
Review your learning
Reflect on the following questions:
- What was your main message on your Kindness Rock or poster?
- What images and symbols you did you use to help share your meaning? Why?
- Why is it important to be kind?
Record your ideas using a method of your choice.
Reflection
How do you feel about what you have learned in this activity? Which of the next four sentences best matches how you are feeling about your learning? Press the button that is beside this sentence.
I feel…
Now, record your ideas about your feelings using a voice recorder, speech-to-text, or writing tool.