What Does It Mean to Be Kind?
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

What Does It Mean to Be Kind?

By Rana DiOrio, Stephane Jorisch (Illustrator)

Part of the What Does It Mean to Be series

A girl's kindness to a new student transforms her entire community.

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32 pages
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In "What Does It Mean to Be Kind?", a girl in a red hat bravely extends kindness to a new student, sparking a ripple effect throughout her community. As each small act of kindness unfolds, the community experiences a profound transformation. Will this simple gesture inspire others to embrace empathy and understanding? Discover how one courageous act can change everything in this heartwarming tale of compassion and connection.

From the publisher

“…a beautiful book with a beautiful message…the book shows young children how easy it is to be kind through small acts and in simple ways…”–R.J. Palacio, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller WonderBeing kind means…Smiling at the new student in class.Giving someone a compliment.Celebrating the differences in others. When the girl in the red hat finds the courage to be kind to the new student in class, her kindness spreads. Kind act by kind act, her whole community experiences the magical shift that happens when everyone understands–and acts on–what it means to be kind.More Awards for What Does It Mean to Be Kind?2015 Moonbeam Gold MedalistMom’s Choice Gold Award

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Format
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD630L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about bullyingBooks about courageBooks about kindnessBooks about social themes
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.1
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
May 1, 2020
First published
August 25, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781728223056

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