Series 1 Episode 6: Kindness and Empathy

Helping children understand how others feel and take kind action

In this heartwarming final episode of Series 1, children take their emotional learning one step further—by focusing on the feelings of others. Through the story of Sophie and the injured bird, Kindness and Empathy teaches children to notice, imagine, and respond to the emotions of those around them. With a clear structure and practical reflection activities, this episode supports the development of emotional intelligence, social connection, and compassionate classroom culture.

What’s Included:

• Guided Audio Episode – A soothing, story-led session that models empathy through gentle storytelling and prompts for reflection. Full transcript included for accessibility and classroom support.

• Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable reflection journal featuring drawing, scenario-based questions, a kindness challenge, and step-by-step empathy guidance.

• Teacher Guide – A comprehensive 12-page resource offering lesson planning support, adaptive teaching strategies, scaffolded questions, and guidance for creating a kind classroom culture.

Key Themes:

• Recognising and describing acts of kindness

• Understanding that empathy begins with noticing and imagining

• Connecting feelings to real-life actions that support others

• Practising kindness across friendships, family, and the wider community

Ideal For:

• PSHE and wellbeing lessons

• Classrooms promoting relational values and peer connection

• Any setting where emotional literacy and kindness are core to the ethos

Learning Outcomes:

• Pupils explore the meaning and emotional impact of kindness

• Children understand how empathy involves perspective-taking and action

• Practical tools help pupils apply empathy in real-life situations

• Creative tasks encourage children to see themselves as agents of kindness

Episode 6 completes Series 1 with a strong outward focus—showing children that emotional intelligence isn’t just about understanding ourselves, but about making a positive difference in the lives of others. A meaningful, inspiring addition to every emotional wellbeing curriculum.