5-Minute Film Festival: 10 Videos About Generosity and Giving Back
There isn’t a better time to teach your students about generosity and gratitude than the holiday season. VideoAmy has uncovered 10 great videos that can be used as teaching tools to inspire the giving spirit in students.
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Go to My Saved Content.Thanksgiving is traditionally a time for reflecting on the things you're grateful for, and it's a known fact that practicing gratitude is a valuable tool for building character. Some say the other key to the pursuit of happiness is gratitude's counterpart, generosity. So I thought I'd kick off the season of giving by shining a little spotlight on simple acts of kindness that can have a huge impact: I've gathered ten videos about people giving back, paying it forward, and helping others -- to inspire us all to do the same this holiday season and all year long.
Video Playlist: Random Acts of Kindness and Generosity
Watch the first video below, or watch the whole playlist on YouTube.
More Resources to Learn About Giving Back
I hope these videos have inspired you to start a "pay it forward" or "random acts of kindness" project with your class! As you can see from the stories above, it can be incredibly rewarding to help others -- from those less fortunate, to your dearest friends and family, to complete strangers. There are tons of great ideas to be found, provided by people and organizations who promote kindness and empathy. Or, ask your kids for their ideas on how they can give back! I'd love to hear about your generosity projects and ideas in the comments below. Have a happy Thanksgiving!