How to Be Kind

"K-Gr 2–It’s never too early to start conversations about character and ethics. Each title in this series defines its unique characteristic in simple, clear prose. Positivity is consistently expressed throughout, as the volumes present realistic and achievable ways that readers can become their best selves, and the benefits they will derive by striving to do so. New vocabulary is boldfaced and defined in the glossary. Graphics are cheery, in keeping with the series’ upbeat outlook, and feature racially and ethnically diverse children. The Kind volume depicts a boy in a wheelchair. Back matter includes a glossary, a content quiz, a bibliography, a link to online content, and an index. VERDICT Highly recommended for schools and ¬public libraries."
--School Library Journal, April 1, 2026

"Kindness is an important quality for children and adults alike, but being kind is also a choice that must be practiced in order for a person to become comfortable repeating it. This emerging nonfiction text connects young readers to the act of kindness through approachable phrasing and relatable interactions. Using limited text and designed around a repetitive framework, the book provides examples of kindness that can be easily incorporated into the reader’s life. By expressing emotions followed by descriptions of kind choices, the narrative offers readers the tools they need to begin incorporating kindness more mindfully in their everyday lives. Colorful photographs appear on each spread, featuring children of a variety of ages, backgrounds, and skin tones to help showcase the fact that kindness is for everyone. As part of the How to Be… series, this book begins with a guide to help orient young children to the process of engaging with nonfiction literature. This introduction, coupled with a table of contents and helpful backmatter, anchors the book as a reputable nonfiction text that is appropriately designed for young learners. Well-suited to readers who are increasing their comfort reading independently, this book is a good addition to library collections for young elementary school-aged children."
--@MaryLanniReads, May 29, 2026