The Kindness Game Show

What Others Say

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“This was just the reset my class needed. Ever since we had a “Kindness day” and played this, I’ve been noticing a lot more kindness from my students towards others.”
Melissa M.
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“I really enjoyed using this resource with my students. It got us talking and having real conversations and that was so helpful! Thank you for creating this resource!”
Jessica D.
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“This was such a fun activity for kindness day! It got students thinking and talking to their classmates in new ways. Great resource!”
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Kindness SEL Game Show | Interactive Character Education Lesson

Your students will love playing this Kindness SEL Game Show!
This quiz show–style social emotional learning activity is a fun, low-prep way to teach kindness while strengthening teamwork, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Students will explore real-life kindness scenarios, practice role-play, and collaborate on challenges that make learning memorable and meaningful.

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Game Show Categories

• Act It Out – Role-play kindness challenges in everyday situations

• True or False – Test knowledge about kindness, empathy, and respect

• Sketch It – Quickly draw your team’s ideas to show understanding

• Imagine If – Answer “what if” scenarios to build compassion and problem-solving skills

• Risk – Take a chance with surprise mystery challenges that keep the game exciting

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Why Teachers & Counselors Love This Lesson

• ✅ Hands-on & engaging – Keeps students active, reflective, and involved

• ✅ Editable prompts – Easily customize questions and challenges to fit your classroom or counseling needs

• ✅ Low-prep – Perfect for busy teachers and school counselors

• ✅ Versatile format – Works for in-person lessons, virtual classrooms, or screen-free activities

• ✅ Complete lesson plan included – Ready-to-use with step-by-step instructions

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Ways to Use This Kindness Activity

• Whole-class social emotional learning lessons

• Small group counseling for relationship-building skills

• Character education programs

• Distance learning or teletherapy through screen share

• School counseling guidance lessons for kindness and empathy

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What’s Included

✔ Google Slides™ version
✔ PowerPoint™ version
✔ Printable task cards for no-tech play
✔ Step-by-step counseling lesson plan
✔ 6+ alternate activity formats for shorter sessions or tech-free days

Time Needed: 40–60 minutes (shortened versions included)
Tech Needed: Projector/interactive whiteboard for digital play (optional for printables)

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ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors Covered

• M1 – Belief in development of the whole self

• M3 – Sense of belonging in the school environment

• M6 – Positive attitude toward work and learning

• B-LS2 – Demonstrate creativity

• B-SS2 – Create positive and supportive peer relationships

• B-SS6 – Use effective collaboration and cooperation skills