Acts of Kindness for Nelson Mandela Day

Whether you’re doing this as part of the 67 minutes of service or simply honouring Madiba’s legacy at home or in the classroom, here are some kindness crafts to make:

Kindness Cards

Creating and giving kindness cards is a simple yet impactful way to spread joy to those around you! Whether that be at home or for their teachers and/or friends from school!

Heartfelt Messages: Use colourful paper to make the cards and then decorate with stickers, drawings, and glitter – get creative! Write kind messages inside, such as “You are amazing!” or “Thank you for being a great friend” and share with your loved ones.

Pop-Up Cards: Add a surprise element by making pop-up cards. Cut out shapes like hearts or stars and attach them inside the card to pop up when opened.

Kindness Coupons

Create a booklet of kindness coupons that can be redeemed for various acts of kindness:

Coupon Ideas: Include coupons for things like “One Free Hug,” “Help with Chores,” or “A Compliment.” Decorate each coupon with drawings and stickers.

Top tip: We would recommend getting creative with your felt tips.

Personalised Booklet: Staple the coupons together to make a booklet. You and your little ones can then gift this to family members and friends.

Kindness Rocks

Combine crafting with a bit of outdoor fun by making kindness rocks;

Colour Rocks Using Oil Pastels: Collect smooth rocks and colour them with bright colors. Write positive messages like “You are loved” or “Smile!” on the rocks.

Spreading Kindness: Place the decorated rocks around your neighborhood or local park for others to find and enjoy.

Kindness Chains

Create a paper chain to visually represent acts of kindness;

Paper Links: Cut strips of coloured paper and write a kind act on each strip, such as “Help a friend” or “Say thank you.” Loop the strips together to form a chain and seal with a glue stick.

Cute idea: Add a new link to the chain each time an act of kindness is completed. Watch the chain grow as your child spreads kindness!

Kindness Jars

Make a kindness jar to encourage daily acts of kindness;

Decorating the Jar: Use colouring felts, stickers, glitter, and ribbons to decorate a glass jar. Label it “Kindness Jar.”

Top tip: Our 50 piece colouring set would provide you with everything you could possibly need for this activity!

Filling the Jar: Write kind acts on small pieces of paper and place them in the jar. Each day, have your child pick a paper from the jar and complete the act of kindness.

Kindness Bookmarks

Create bookmarks to give to friends and family. Whether your loved ones love to read or you’re encouraging your little ones to learn, creating fun and unique bookmarks can be a wonderful act of kindness as well as encouraging them to read more!

Designing Bookmarks: Cut out bookmark shapes from cardboard and decorate with drawings, stickers, and positive messages like “You are a great reader!” or “Keep smiling!”

Top Tip: For durability, laminate the bookmarks but alternatively, a layer of clear cello tape will also work just as well in preserving your kind and creative designs!

Tips for Parents

Encouragement: Encourage your child to think of their own acts of kindness and how they can incorporate them into their crafts.

Participation: Join in the crafting fun and follow through on their wonderful acts of kindness with your child.

Reflection: Take time to reflect on the impact of these acts of kindness and how they make others feel.

These paper arts and crafts ideas are sure to provide hours of fun and creativity while teaching your child the value of kindness. Enjoy celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day together and making the world a little bit brighter!