A Small Kindness
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A Small Kindness

By Stacy McAnulty, Wendy Leach (Illustrator)

A single act of kindness transforms a school community.

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32 pages
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In a vibrant school, a simple act of kindness sparks a chain reaction among students and teachers. As each small gesture spreads, the community transforms, revealing the power of goodwill. With minimal text and colorful illustrations, this story invites young readers to explore how their actions can make a difference. Will kindness continue to ripple through the halls, or will it fade away? Discover the impact of one small kindness in this heartwarming tale.

From the publisher

Teach the importance of goodwill with this impactful picture book with a solid pay-it-forward message to encourage kindness in young children–from the award-winning author of Excellent Ed and Sun! One In a Billion. It was like a game of tag, with one small act of kindness spreading throughout a small community of kids and teachers alike. Award-winning children’s book author Stacy McAnulty packs a powerful punch with minimal text, providing a sweet message about all the small ways one can be kind. Illustrator Wendy Leach creates a diverse cast of characters while using color as a visual cue to how kindness is able to spread, even in a small community like a school. Overall, A Small Kindness is sure to speak to this new generation of children and their parents.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about kindnessBooks about manners and etiquetteBooks about schoolBooks about social themes
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Book details

Publication
Published
February 2, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780762495221

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