Acts of Kindness in Literature

The video follows Minna and her classmates as they learn about kindness through an Aesop fable. Mrs. Bloom reads 'The Lion and the Mouse,' sparking a discussion on kindness. Minna is tasked with creating a kindness project, exploring various acts of kindness with her family. The class shares their projects, creating a kindness quilt that grows as more students contribute. The quilt eventually involves the whole school, emphasizing the impact of kindness.

What role does Minna play at the beginning of the story?

• She reads a book to the class.

• She helps Mrs. Bloom hold up a book.

• She draws a picture for the class.

• She tells a story about kindness.

What is the main theme of the fable 'The Lion and the Mouse'?

• Bravery

• Adventure

• Friendship

• Kindness

What lesson does Tyrone learn from the fable?

• You can be kind regardless of size.

• Only big acts of kindness matter.

• Kindness is only for the strong.

• Kindness is not always reciprocated.

What project does Mrs. Bloom introduce to the class?

• A drawing competition

• A science fair

• A kindness project

• A reading project

What does Minna's family do to help her with the kindness project?

• They write a story about kindness.

• They give her a book to read.

• They suggest ideas for acts of kindness.

• They draw pictures for her.

What act of kindness does Minna consider on Saturday morning?

• Cooking soup

• Reading to her brother

• Drawing a picture

• Cleaning the park

What does Minna finally decide to do for her kindness project?

• Cook a meal

• Make a quilt

• Create a drawing

• Write a story

How does the class react to Minna's artwork?

• They are critical.

• They are indifferent.

• They are inspired.

• They are confused.

What do the students create with their acts of kindness?

• A quilt

• A mural

• A poster

• A book

What happens to the kindness quilt as more acts are added?

• It is taken down.

• It overflows the bulletin board.

• It is forgotten.

• It is moved to a smaller board.