Fourth graders can learn about compassion through engaging and age-appropriate activities that emphasize empathy and understanding. The books I have requested will allow me to introduce stories featuring characters who demonstrate kindness and empathy, facilitating discussions about how these actions impact others. Also, role-playing exercises can also be effective; by acting out various scenarios, my students can explore different perspectives and practice responding with kindness. Discussions about emotions and how they affect people can help my students recognize and relate to the feelings of others, fostering a deeper understanding of compassion.
Demonstrating compassion involves practical actions that my fourth graders can easily adopt in their daily lives.
I will encourage students to help classmates who are struggling, whether with schoolwork or personal issues, teaching them to offer support and kindness. Classroom activities, such as cooperative group projects will provide opportunities for my students to practice these skills. Simple acts, like sharing supplies, including others in games, or offering a comforting word, can be highlighted as everyday ways to show compassion. Also, card materials and snacks will be available for the students to use and share.
Measuring compassion in my students will be approached through both observational and reflective methods. I will observe students’ interactions and note instances where they go out of their way to help others or display empathy. Self-assessment and peer feedback will also be employed; students will reflect on their own actions and receive constructive input from classmates. I will also set up a "compassion chart" where the students can record and celebrate acts of kindness. This can serve as a tangible measure of how often and in what ways they are demonstrating compassion. This approach not only highlights individual efforts but also encourages a culture of kindness within the classroom.
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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$29.84
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Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack)
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$12.97
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$25.94
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068)
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$12.89
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5X7 Blank Folded Colored Cards Cellophane Jackets 48 Clear Cello Bags White Envelopes A7 Colorful Greeting Cards 24 Assorted Colors for Card Making, Embroidery, Photo Holder
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$21.99
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$21.99
Barnum's Original Animal Crackers, 12 - 1 oz Snack Packs
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$5.98
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Refugees & Migrants
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$16.55
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$16.55
Snyder's of Hanover Old Fashioned Salt Pretzels Rods 27 oz. (SNY087550)
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$7.17
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$14.34
Empathy Workbook for Kids: 50 Activities to Learn About Kindness, Compassion, and Other People's Feelings (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids)
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$14.04
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$14.04
Children In Our World Poverty And Hunger
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$13.85
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$13.85
Please Don't Make Fun of Me
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$13.70
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$13.70
I Choose Empathy: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy (Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose)
• Amazon Business
$12.91
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$12.91
Teach Your Dragon Empathy: Help Your Dragon Understand Empathy. A Cute Children Story To Teach Kids Empathy, Compassion and Kindness. (My Dragon Books)
• Amazon Business
$12.89
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$12.89
I Choose Kindness: A Colorful, Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy (Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose)
• Amazon Business
$12.80
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$12.80
Bye-Bye Bully: A Story about Finding Your Voice, Courage, Kindness and Empathy
• Amazon Business
$12.36
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$12.36
What Is Kindness?: Children's Book About Kindness, Compassion, Friendship, and Empathy
• Amazon Business
$11.89
1
$11.89
Racism and Intolerance (Children In Our World Series)
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Stand in My Shoes: Kids Learning about Empathy
• Amazon Business
$8.76
1
$8.76
Empathy Journal: A Book for Kids: Prompts to Build Compassion and Understand the Feelings of Others
• Amazon Business
$8.50
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$8.50
Materials cost
$284.07
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3rd party payment processing fee
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Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$318.33
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$56.18
Total project goal
$374.51
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$374.51
2 Donors
-$180.20
Donations toward project cost
-$165.17
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$15.03
match offer
-$180.19
Match offer toward project cost
-$153.16
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