Vocabulary
- Kindness: The quality of being considerate, compassionate, and caring toward others through actions or words.
Objective
Students will create a video capturing moments of kindness within their school community, emphasizing the impact of positive actions and fostering a culture of compassion.
Assignment
1. Read this Overview
Acts of kindness, whether big or small, create a ripple effect of positivity in a community. Documenting these moments can inspire others to spread kindness in their own ways.
Examples of kindness stories:
- A student or group helping others in need.
- A teacher or staff member going above and beyond to support students.
- Simple gestures like sharing, listening, or encouraging someone during a tough time.
2. Your Task
Create a 2–3 minute video showcasing acts of kindness in your school. Use:
- Interviews, footage of events, or creative storytelling to highlight the impact of these actions.
Upload your video to ReelTime, titling it “Acts of Kindness: [Your Name].”
3. Steps to Complete Your Assignment
- Choose your story:
- Identify a moment or series of moments where kindness made a difference in your school community.
- Plan your content:
- Outline the key moments to feature.
- Decide if interviews, reenactments, or footage will best tell your story.
- Film your video:
- Capture clips that authentically represent the acts of kindness you are highlighting.
- Edit your video:
- Create a cohesive and heartfelt narrative.
- Add music, captions, or transitions to emphasize key moments.
- Save your video and upload it to ReelTime.
4. Reflection Questions
After completing your video, write responses to these questions:
- What acts of kindness did you choose to feature, and why?
- How does your video demonstrate the importance of kindness in building a positive community?
- What did you learn about the power of kindness through this project?
