April 19, 2025

Quote of the Week

"When you are kind to others, it not only changes you, it changes the world." - Harold Kushner

Stories Of Teen Kindness

"Acts of kindness, both big and small, are how we express care, concern, and consideration for ourselves and those with whom we share the world. Kindness builds; it taps into the inherent goodness that resides in each of us and grows steadily stronger with every act that’s performed.

Despite common negativity in the news, viral stories of kindness are often shared through social media and other outlets. Ones featuring the genuinely selfless acts of teens, though, are some of the most inspirational. 

All too often, people place low expectations on the kindness of teenagers. However, recent research from the University of British Columbia in Canada suggests that teens surpass these expectations. Many teens consistently inspire and help others, providing young energy that sparks hope for the world’s leadership of tomorrow.

Here are some notable acts of teen kindness that are sure to warm your heart." [Read Article]

Reading Corner

Title: Simple Acts: The Busy Teen's Guide to Making a Difference
By: Natalie Silverstein
Ages: Teenagers

"Simple and actionable tools to help busy young people make a difference in the world.

Social-media-savvy kids and teens are moving the needle on difficult social justice issues like gun control, climate change, and LGBTQ rights. No matter how busy they are, young people can make a difference in the world. Simple Acts shows them how, with easy and practical resources and tools that can help teens add intentional acts of kindness and service to their everyday lives.

To make a difference in the world, young people can do simple things to help make the world kinder and gentler. Rather than expecting teens to fix all the world's problems, Simple Acts equips them with the hands-on tools and know-how they need to make small but meaningful change." - Publisher

Be the Change

Share these 30 creative acts of kindness ideas specifically for teens and invite everyone in your family (or classroom) to choose one to try this week.