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February—The Month of Love, Kindness, and Friendships
As parents, one of our most significant responsibilities is teaching our children how to love and show kindness. And often, the best way for them to learn is not just through our words, but through experiences.
To celebrate February—the month of love—the Elle Grey Stories Team has put together a list of fun, meaningful ways you and your children can spread kindness to others (and to themselves, too!).
💕 Acts of Kindness to Try This Month
1. Kindness Rocks
Pick up a bag of river rocks (or gather some from your yard). Have your children paint them with bright colors and uplifting designs. Once dry, leave them around your city—at playgrounds, gyms, baseball fields, or even outside stores—for others to find.
2. Bake Cookies for a Neighbor
Is there someone in your neighborhood you don’t know well? Bake them cookies with your kids, then knock on their door and deliver them. A small gesture that can spark big connections!
3. Pay It Forward at Starbucks
Go through the drive-thru and surprise the person behind you by buying their order. Make it fun for your kids—have them describe the car behind you or listen closely for the order being placed.
4. Donate Toys
Encourage your children to go through their old toys and select ones they no longer play with. Together, donate them to a church, preschool, women’s shelter, or foster care program. Take a moment to talk about where the toys are going and who they may help.
5. Snacks for Helpers
Bring snacks or baked goods to your local Fire Department, Police Station, or First Responders to show your appreciation.
6. Fill Parking Meters
Find meters that are about to expire and let your children add coins. Explain what they’re doing—it’s a great chance to teach about helping others in unexpected ways.
7. Adopt a Soldier Overseas
Write letters, draw pictures, or put together a Valentine’s Day care package to send to soldiers serving far from home.
8. Volunteer Together
Find a local charity or community event where your family can give their time. Even small acts of service make a big impact.
9. Donate Books
Choose a few books and donate them to your local library, school, doctor’s office, or shelter. Encourage your kids to imagine how happy another child will be to read the book they’ve given.
Make February the month of teaching your child how to show love and kindness to the world, all while having fun in the process! Oh, and don’t forget to remind your kids to show themselves a lot of love, too!
