Little Life Skills with Awards – Hero of Kindness Edition!
Help your preschool and early elementary students learn, practice, and celebrate essential life skills with this engaging, hands-on resource! Covering 26 skills from Asking for Help to Zipping Jackets, this program builds confidence, independence, and social-emotional growth through simple, fun activities.
Each skill comes with:
A “Say this, Try this, Example” prompt for easy teaching
A check-off sheet to track attempts and progress
Positive reinforcement tips to build confidence
A printable achievement award to celebrate mastery
Perfect for SEL lessons, morning meetings, life skills units, special education support, and independent learning centers, this set makes teaching practical skills simple, meaningful, and joyful.
How to Use This Lesson
Introduce the Skill – Read the “Say this, Try this, Example” prompts with your students to model the skill in an age-appropriate way.
Practice Together – Encourage children to try the skill on their own or with guidance. After each attempt, let them color or check the happy face icons to track progress.
Reinforce Learning – Repeat skills throughout the week and incorporate them into daily routines to build confidence and consistency.
Celebrate Success – When students demonstrate mastery, present them with the Hero of Kindness Award for that skill. This positive recognition encourages motivation and pride.
Extend the Learning – Pair the lesson with real-life practice moments during class routines, play centers, or at home.
Works beautifully in individual, small group, or whole-class settings.
 
Award Description
Hero of Kindness – Little Life Skills Achievement Award
Each printable award celebrates a specific accomplishment, such as:
"You washed dishes like a helper! That means you take care of your space and clean up with pride." Awards are bright, kid-friendly, and personalized for each life skill—making them the perfect way to honor growth, effort, and success. Children will be proud to take them home and share their achievement with family.
 
Grade
PreK - 1st
Subject
Alphabet, Character Education, Social Emotional Learning
Tags
Activities, Assessment, Early Intervention, Homeschool, Montessori, Project-based Learning