KINDNESS & GRATITUDE

KINDNESS & GRATITUDE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

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Multiple Choice

A preschool teacher notices that children only behave kindly when they are rewarded with stickers or candy. What is the most accurate interpretation of this situation from a moral development perspective ?

• The children have successfully internalized the value of kindness

• The children are acting based on external reinforcement, not intrinsic values

• The teacher has effectively developed empathy in the classroom

• Reward based strategies are fostering a strong sense of responsibility

Multiple Choice

During a group activity, one child actively helps others, while the rest remain passive but politely say "thank you". According to value education principles, who demonstrates a more holistic practice of both kindness and gratitude ?

• The child who helps actively

• The children who express thanks only

• Both, as they each show one of the values

• Neither, because values must be taught explicitly not practiced naturally

Multiple Choice

Which statement best distinguishes between good behavior and true kindness ?

• Good behavior stems from compliance, while true kindness arises from internal empathy

• They are essentially the same, if a child behaves well, they are kind

• Kindness is often shown to grain praise, while good behavior is spontaneous

• Kindness cannot be taught, only good behavior can be shaped

Multiple Choice

According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, if a child helps a friend because "it's the right thing to do even if no one is watching, "what stage does this reflect ?

• Pre-conventional-punishment and reward orientation

• Conventional - interpersonal acceptance

• Post-conventional - universal ethical principles

• Conventional - authority and social order orientation

Multiple Choice

A teacher uses a "Daily Gratitude Journal "to cultivate thankfulness among young children. From a character development standpoint, what is the main benefit of this activity ?

• It helps assess children's academic performance

• It enhances emotional literacy and long-term self-reflection

• It encourages healthy academic competition

• It replaces the need for physical activities