Many educators struggle with finding ways to introduce social and emotional learning practices into the classroom. One of the easiest ways to start is to introduce simple kindness activities into your classes weekly or daily practice. We at Empatico believe that kindness is one of the 9 skills that can be developed to strengthen a …
A commitment to developing an inclusive classroom takes more than a single day of curriculum. To build inclusive empathy-related skills, you and your students should make a practice of daily bite-sized activities during short classroom breaks or more involved activities weekly or monthly when you have more time during the day that build the skills …
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In an era where technology and empathy intersect, virtual exchange programs like Empatico’s “Coding with Empathy Challenge” are revolutionizing the way students learn STEM skills. This blog was originally posted by the Aspen Institute as “Through Virtual Exchange, Students Learn Empathy Along with STEM Skills” on May 10, 2023. Empatico is resharing this post in …
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Empatico’s World Kindness Day Challenge has seen remarkable participation from classrooms worldwide. Students are actively spreading kindness through various activities, emphasizing the importance of cultural understanding and environmental care. While the main prize is for U.S. classrooms, we encourage all educators to join in this global kindness movement. World Kindness Activity 1: Making a Promise …
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In the heart of a charming book and coffee shop, I recently had the pleasure of meeting Abdul Malek. He’s a wonderful educator from Dhaka, Bangladesh, who embodies the warmth of his culture and a wealth of experiences. Join me as we dive into his inspiring story, and the fascinating insights he’s gained as an …
In these challenging times, it’s essential to remember that acts of kindness, whether grand or subtle, can make a profound difference. Whether it’s showing kindness to ourselves, to those around us, or to the world at large, every gesture counts. If you’re on the lookout for activities to help your students spread kindness in various …
To celebrate World Kindness Day, the Empatico team has partnered with Frontline Impact Project to find the kindest classroom in the USA! What is World Kindness Day, and why do we celebrate it? World Kindness Day, observed annually on November 13th, is a global celebration of kindness and compassion. It inspires us to treat each …
We’ve seen a lot of conversations recently centered around the question: “When stressful events happen, what can we do for those around us?” At the same time, many educators in our community have come to us asking: “How can I help my students navigate stressful world events in the classroom?” At Empatico, we keep coming …
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