Free Kindness Advent Word Mat | Foundation | HASS / Personal Development | BookFlik
Support your pupils’ social and emotional development this winter with our beautiful, free HASS / Personal Development kindness advent word mat eyfs core resource. Designed specifically for children aged 3-5, this printable mat is the perfect tool to help little ones explore the values of generosity, empathy, and friendship throughout the festive period.
This resource provides a visually engaging collection of vocabulary and prompts that encourage children to perform small, daily acts of kindness. By using this HASS / Personal Development kindness advent word mat eyfs core, children will learn to identify positive emotions, understand the importance of sharing, and develop the language needed to express gratitude and care for their peers and community. The mat features clear, colourful illustrations paired with simple text, making it accessible for developing readers.
Teachers can use this resource during morning registration or circle time to facilitate group discussions about how we can be helpful friends. It aligns perfectly with the Australian Curriculum (ACARA) Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation) framework, specifically supporting the Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) area of learning. By integrating this HASS / Personal Development kindness advent word mat eyfs core into your classroom, you are fostering a supportive environment that builds confidence and emotional intelligence.
This resource is differentiated for learners working at the expected standard. It includes a variety of activities to deepen understanding:
1. Can you name three ways you have been kind to a friend today?
2. Looking at the word mat, which word describes how you feel when you share a toy?
3. If you had £1, how could you use it to help someone else?
4. Who is someone in our class that always helps others?
5. Can you show me a kind face? How does your body feel when you are being helpful?
6. Which kindness task on the mat would you like to try tomorrow?
7. Why is it important to say thank you when someone is kind to you?
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