Celebrate World Kindness Day with Kindness Wins

A Heartwarming New Book to Share in Classrooms and Homes

Every November, people around the world pause to celebrate World Kindness Day — a reminder that even the smallest acts of compassion can create ripple effects of positivity.

This year, there’s a new story that brings that message beautifully to life: Kindness Wins, written by Coach Locke and illustrated by Zoe Ranucci.

A Story That Shows Kindness in Action

At Love Elementary, students look forward to Coach Locke’s PE class — until a new student named Liz arrives with a tough attitude and harsh words.

When her classmates respond in the same way, Coach Locke helps them all discover a powerful truth:

“When you’re cheering for others, they’ll cheer for you more.”

Through rhyming verse and vibrant illustrations, Kindness Wins turns a simple PE class into a life-changing lesson about empathy, friendship, and the joy that comes from lifting others up.

Perfect for World Kindness Day (and Every Day After)

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to celebrate World Kindness Day at home or in the classroom, this book is the perfect choice. It sparks important conversations about how our words and actions affect others — in a way that’s relatable, fun, and age-appropriate.

Ideal for:

• Teachers celebrating World Kindness Day in grades K–3

• Parents who want to nurture empathy at home

• Counselors, librarians, and after-school leaders promoting social-emotional learning (SEL)

5 Simple World Kindness Day Activities to Pair with Kindness Wins

1. Kindness Chain Reaction
After reading the story, have students write one kind act on a paper strip and link them into a “Kindness Chain.” Watch it grow each day!

2. Cheer for a Classmate
Just like in the story, invite students to share one compliment or cheer for a classmate. (“You’re a great helper!” “I love your drawings!”)

3. Kindness Tree
On a bulletin board or poster, create a “Kindness Tree.” Each leaf represents a kind deed students noticed or did themselves.

4. Boo or Cheer Game
Read out simple classroom scenarios — “sharing supplies,” “laughing at someone’s mistake.” Students decide if it’s a “Boo” or a “Cheer” and discuss why.

5. Family Challenge
Send a note home inviting families to celebrate World Kindness Day together. Encourage kids to do one kind thing at home and share it the next day.

Kindness Wins” teaches elementary students about the power of kind words and actions through engaging PE stories and colorful illustrations.

Why Kindness Wins Belongs on Your Shelf

• Promotes empathy and inclusion in language children understand.

• Beautiful illustrations make it perfect for read-alouds and circle time.

• Fits perfectly with SEL goals for classrooms and families.

• Inspires reflection — kids see that kindness is something they can choose every day.

Let’s Make Every Day a Kindness Day

World Kindness Day reminds us that a single act of kindness can brighten someone’s world — but Kindness Wins helps kids see how to live that truth every day.

So whether you’re a teacher planning your World Kindness Day celebration or a parent looking for a heartfelt story to read together, this book will leave everyone smiling.

👉 Order your copy of Kindness Wins today — and help kindness take the win in your classroom or home!