WE'RE ALL WONDERS

Activity 1: Empathy Mirror  

Ages: 3 - 6  

• Skills Developed: Self-awareness, emotional intelligence  
• Materials Needed: A handheld mirror, markers, and paper  
• Instructions: Have children look in the mirror and describe something special about themselves. Then, ask them to think of something special about a friend or family member and draw a picture of that person. Discuss how everyone has unique qualities that make them wonderful.  

Activity 2: Kindness Jar  

Ages: 4 - 10  

• Skills Developed: Social-emotional learning, teamwork  
• Materials Needed: A jar, slips of paper, markers  
• Instructions: Decorate a jar and label it "Kindness Jar." Have children write or draw small acts of kindness on slips of paper (e.g., "Help clean up after dinner," "Say something nice to a friend"). Every day, encourage them to pick one act to complete. At the end of the week, celebrate their efforts!  

Activity 3: Superhero SelfPortraits  

Ages: 5 - 11  

• Skills Developed: Confidence, creativity  
• Materials Needed: Construction paper, markers, scissors, glue  
• Instructions: Ask children to draw a selfportrait, but with a twist—they get to design their own superhero outfit! What makes them a "wonder"? Do they have a superpower related to kindness, like spreading smiles or helping others? Let them present their superhero to the group.  

Final Thoughts  

These activities help children embrace differences, practice kindness, and see the beauty in themselves and others. By integrating *We're All Wonders* into interactive learning, families can foster a culture of empathy and understanding that lasts far beyond storytime.

Book Citation:  

Palacio, R.J. *We're All Wonders.* Alfred A. Knopf, 2017.