Kindness Is My Superpower by Alicia Ortego teaches the importance of being kind to others and to yourself. Through relatable situations, readers learn that small acts of kindness—such as helping a friend, sharing, including others, and using kind words—can make a big difference. The book also emphasizes empathy, respect, gratitude, and understanding how our actions affect others.
Discussion Questions
Before Reading
- What does kindness mean to you?
- Can you think of a time when someone was kind to you?
- Why do you think kindness is called a “superpower”?
- How can one small act of kindness change someone’s day?
During or After Reading
- What are some acts of kindness the character shows in the story?
- Which act of kindness was your favorite? Why?
- How does kindness affect the people around us?
- What did the character learn about being kind?
- Why is it important to use kind words?
- How can kindness help people feel included?
- What lesson do you think the author wants readers to learn?
- How did the story make you feel?
- What would happen if everyone chose kindness every day?
- What are some ways to be kind at school?
Deeper Thinking Questions
- Is it always easy to be kind? Why or why not?
- How can kindness help solve problems or disagreements?
- Can someone be kind even when they’re having a bad day?
- Why is it important to think about how others feel?
- How can kindness spread from one person to another?
Activity
Kindness Challenge
Have students or family members brainstorm and complete acts of kindness throughout the week. Examples might include:
- Inviting someone to play
- Giving a compliment
- Helping a classmate
- Thanking a teacher or family member
- Sitting with someone new at lunch
At the end of the week, discuss how these acts of kindness made both the giver and receiver feel.