Reading opens doors to imagination and learning, while practicing kindness nurtures empathy and connections. Together, these simple habits shape young minds and hearts in profound ways. Check out six meaningful reasons why every child should read and spread kindness—you’ll love the inspiring benefits!
Jenna is a dedicated mom, retired elementary ESE teacher, and Meditation and Mindfulness instructor with a passion for empowering children to understand and navigate their emotions. Drawing on her love for reading, writing, and nurturing young minds, Jenna creates heartfelt children’s books that inspire the next generation to embrace emotional well-being and live a life of inner peace. Helping children discover tools for self-awareness and resilience through her stories is not just her mission—it’s her dream come true!
Hurley and Pearl are a brother and sister duo who usually get along but, like all siblings, sometimes struggle with their emotions. One day, when Pearl’s singing pushes Hurley to his limit, a family conflict teaches them both an important lesson: kindness begins with understanding and taking responsibility for your emotions.
With Mom’s loving guidance, Hurley and Pearl learn the power of pausing, breathing, and reflecting before reacting. They discover that kindness can heal hurt feelings, bring people together, and make everyone feel seen and loved. Inspired by Mom’s story of spreading kindness through small pink toy soldiers, the siblings embark on a heartwarming mission of their own—to brighten others’ days, one soldier at a time.
At school, Hurley comforts a classmate with a pink soldier after a tough moment on the playground, while Pearl lifts the spirits of a substitute teacher who feels overwhelmed. Through these small but powerful acts, Hurley and Pearl realize that kindness doesn’t just help others—it also fills their own hearts with warmth and happiness.
Their journey is about more than sharing toys; it’s about spreading love, empathy, and connection to everyone around them. Along the way, they discover a simple truth: kindness can change the world, one thoughtful gesture at a time.
Complete with a heartfelt letter from the fictional Colonel Michael T. Pinkerton, Kind Kids inspires young readers to share their own adventures of kindness. This delightful and empowering story encourages children to take small steps to make big impacts in their families, classrooms, and communities while reminding them that kindness to others begins with being kind to themselves.
Perfect for parents, teachers, and children alike, Kind Kids is a touching exploration of sibling dynamics, emotional growth, and the ripple effect of simple, kind acts.
This heartwarming children’s book is perfect for a variety of readers and audiences, offering valuable lessons and inspiration for both kids and the adults in their lives. Here’s who would benefit most from this book:
Overall, Kind Kids is a beautiful and uplifting story that fosters emotional intelligence, compassion, and a sense of responsibility in young readers, empowering them to become everyday heroes of kindness in their own lives.
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As a parent I really enjoyed this book from a few perspectives. First, it is an entertain story that is relatable to both parents and kids. From the parent side, there are multiple lessons that I can teach my kids. Conflict resolution, communication , and spreading kindness is an amazing lesson to share. Now, from the perspective of what I wish I had known when I was a child, was tools that helped me deal with daily life growing up. This book not only teaches breath work, meditation, thoughtfulness, but spreading the same joy to others with no selfish motive.
This is book is helpful and good. It is helpful that it teaches you the lesson you should use your words instead of yelling and show kindness to others. I like the part that I could get involved and give out toy soldiers too.
-I really liked how detailed the descriptions of the emotions were in the book. It was easy to understand and I learned tools to help me in my life get along better with my brother when he upsets me. I also liked the message and hope that others listen to the message.
“Pearl’s mouth fell open, and her voice cracked into silence. Her wide eyes brimmed with tears that she blinked away at first, but then they tumbled down her cheeks, fast and hot. She tried to speak, but all that came out were shallow gasps, and finally, her cry rang through the room. “Mom! Hurley hurt my feelings!” she sobbed, covering her face with her hands.
Mom walked in calmly, her hands soft on Pearl’s shoulders as she guided her and Hurley to sit on the couch. She sat between them, her presence steady and warm. “Before we talk, let’s breathe,” she said quietly, demonstrating a slow inhale through her nose and a deep exhale out through her mouth. Hurley’s body, still tense, began to loosen as he followed her example.
After their third breath, Hurley’s body relaxed, and his face softened. Pearl wiped away her remaining tears and cleared her throat.”
