Warm fuzzies

In Queensland this weekend the weather has been truly terrible. We have had gale force winds and torrential rain since Friday so I have been hiding inside for a few days. I'm sure you've seen the images on the TV of the flooding that many parts of the state are experiencing. It's really sad - especially since many families and businesses are still recovering from the 2011 floods. :( To try and make the best use of the forced time inside, I worked on some lesson planning and sorted through my…

In kindergarten we read the following story: Warm Fuzzies and Cold Pricklies Once upon a time there was a village. All of the people in the village got along very well. There was kindness, love, compassion, and justice. Every person in the village owned a special bag. It was given to them by their parents at the age of 3. Inside this bag were hundreds of warm fuzzies. Warm fuzzies were soft, cuddly, cottony little puffs. When you gave someone a warm fuzzy, they felt warm and fuzzy inside…

Warm Fuzzy: Warm fuzzies are cute, warm, and fuzzy creatures. They have round bodies and flat feet. To visit my warm fuzzy site click here.

Warm and fuzzies are special notes shared among peers that focus on highlighting the positives and uplifting students. Whether they come in the form of words, spoken language, or tangible reminders, every student appreciates receiving kind words! These days, there is a higher importance placed on mental health. Including ways to add warm and fuzzy activities to your day can be a great way to boost mental health and encourage kindness in your classroom. Check out these 20 exciting activities…

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Encourage good behavior at home with this fun and simple warm fuzzy jar! With just an empty jar and a pile of pom poms, you can encourage a culture of kindness in your family.

My friend is a school teacher and every year I help her make items for her room. This year she had found a tip on Pinterest about making a Warm Fuzzies Jar. Its a great way to encourage the kids to work together and be kind.

A classic story in which the concept of warm fuzzies and cold prickles originated. A delightful, meaningful story for 'kids' of all ages. In its charming, fairy tale fashion it teaches us all a great lesson - the more good you share the more good you get. A great resource and reminder of the important things in life.