At school, Ella loved to be first in line. 

 But today, she saw Noah struggling with his backpack.  

He dropped it twice trying to open the door.  

Everyone else rushed past him.  

Ella stopped. “I’ll hold it,” she said, grabbing the heavy door with both hands.  

Noah smiled and stepped inside. “Thank you, Ella,” he whispered.  Ella didn’t get to be first that day.  

But when Miss Tara saw what happened, she said, “That was kind, Ella. Really kind.”  Ella’s heart felt bigger somehow.  

Sometimes kindness is just stopping long enough to see someone…  and helping in the smallest way.

Everyday Acts of Kindness 

This story reminds children that helping others, even in small ways, can fill hearts with joy and make school a friendlier place. 

 Discussion Starters for Parents and Kids 

• How did Ella show kindness to Noah?  
• Why is it sometimes hard to stop and help when everyone else is in a hurry?  
• Can you remember a time someone helped you in a small but important way?  
• What are simple acts of kindness you can do at school or home?

Take-Home Idea 

Create a “Kindness Countdown.” Each evening, share one kind act you saw or did that day. Watch how quickly the list grows.