About This Lesson
Schools try many approaches to encourage students to be kind and helpful, from rewarding them for good behavior to directly teaching them social and emotional skills. But sometimes the most powerful learning happens when students are encouraged to discover something for themselves—especially when what they’re “learning” is already a natural part of who they are as human beings. And according to science, altruism is a natural part of us all. For more tips on cultivating student well-being, visit: http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/
