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Parent with Purpose
DGT’s Big-Hearted Families™ Toolkit
Our growing collection of projects, printables, book lists, and research-based wisdom will help your busy family grow big hearts. Kindness is a muscle: the more you practice, the stronger your child’s compassion grows.
A guide for positive parenting, for anyone who is going to be around children. I can’t begin to imagine what a wonderful world it would be if everyone practiced this kind of kindness with kids.
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Check out our collection of creative, compassion-building projects below!
Make a plan to practice service or share kindness monthly, weekly, or on all of your favorite holidays. Have fun crafting your family’s big-hearted adventures.
Inspire kindness with recommended reads.
Connect with DGT’s blog for our newest tools and inspiration.
Discover expert advice in DGT’s latest newsletter.
As we understand more about the science of kindness, we learn that small acts can have profound effects on both individuals and communities. By integrating acts of kindness into daily routines, encouraging meaningful conversations, and exposing children to inspiring stories, parents can nurture empathy and compassion in their children and reap the benefits of kindness science!
As we understand more about the science of kindness, we learn that small acts can have profound effects on both individuals and communities. By integrating acts of kindness into daily routines, encouraging meaningful conversations, and exposing children to inspiring stories, parents can nurture empathy and compassion in their children and reap the benefits of kindness science!
Play is not merely a break from learning; it is an essential component of it. Children, with their boundless energy and curiosity, are intrinsically designed to learn through play. This approach to learning helps them with social-emotional development, problem-solving skills, and much more.
The call of the great outdoors offers children adventures every day and a connection to something much bigger than themselves. If you're a parent pondering how to nurture this love of nature in your children, you're not alone.
In an age marked by rapid digital interaction, the ability to engage emotionally and understand others' perspectives is becoming increasingly important. For parents and caregivers, equipping youngsters with tools to express and interpret emotions constructively is pivotal to their future success and happiness.
There are some practical ways to help your child discover their passion for change and channel their energy and enthusiasm in a positive direction. Whether it's through volunteering, fundraising, advocacy, or simply being kind to others, you can make service and kindness a cornerstone of your family's values and build a better world together.
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