I asked the teacher to help me.

I read a whole book.

I didn’t win, but I finished the race.

I didn’t give up on the hard math problem.

I practiced skating until I didn’t fall.

I kept trying when I thought I couldn’t do it.

I practiced until I could hit the ball.

I shot baskets until I made three in a row.

Kids’ Acts of Respect

I say “please” and “thank you.”

I raise my hand and wait my turn.

I shake the other teams’ hand when we lose.

I am quiet so others can read.

I put my soda can in the recycling bin.

I do not stomp on flowers.

I play by the rules.

Kids’ Acts of Responsibility

I rake the leaves.

I return my library books on time.

I showed mom the dish I broke.

I told the truth.

I did my chores before Dad asked me to.

I took my little brother to the park.

I didn’t complain.

I made my own lunch when mom was busy.

Kids’ Acts of Compassion

I took another classmate to the nurse when he was hurt.

I held my brothers hand when he was scared.

I gave my sister a hug when she was sad.

I invited a new student to play with me and my friends.

I let my firend hug my teddy bear.

I helped my grandmother pick up some trash.

Kids’ Acts of Cooperation

I put the paints out for the class.

I let somebody else pick the game to play.

I let everybody have a turn.

I sang in music class.

I helped put the groceries away.

I set the table for dinner.

I put my toys away.

I played first base when I wanted to be pitcher.

– Gene Bedley