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Peer reviewedWhitin, Phyllis – Young Children, 2001
Describes a strategy whereby kindergarten children recorded acts of kindness on slips of paper and put the slips into a "Kindness Jar." Found that children used slips of paper recording the acts as tokens of appreciation for their friends, to recognize instances of conflict resolution, to report on collaboration, and to emphasize teamwork. (KB)
Descriptors: Altruism, Class Activities, Conflict Resolution, Emergent Literacy
Payne, Lauren Murphy; Rohling, Claudia – 1997
Conflict is a part of life for all people, and children can be taught how to deal effectively with conflict, not how to avoid it. This children's book and companion leader's guide emphasize kindness, respect, tolerance and responsibility in order to help children learn peaceful behaviors and make positive choices in their relationships with…
Descriptors: Altruism, Child Responsibility, Childrens Literature, Conflict Resolution
Diener, Carolyn S. – 1985
Parents and teachers can help children learn qualities (such as empathy, caring, kindness, and generosity) that contribute to a more peaceful environment. Children can be helped to learn the values and techniques of resolving conflicts without injuring others. We should be concerned about teaching peacemaking in order to prevent crime, drug…
Descriptors: Altruism, Children, Conflict Resolution, Developmental Stages
