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This small king

Explore the importance of kindness.

This small king, by Lauren Streifer with illustrations by Rita Ivanova, is the story of a small king who has everything he ever wanted until one day an accident changes his way of ruling forever. It's about the power of kindness in leadership. Explore the importance of kindness with these activities.

This small king book cover

Resources

This small king: leading with kindness – activity sheet

Kind leadership shows care and respect. Support students to consider what leadership qualities they bring to the classroom and the impact of kindness by making a class pledge and an infographic.

This small king: kind words – activity sheet

What are the top qualities you believe are important for a kind leader?


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