This book filled me with warm, fuzzy feelings. I definitely feel inspired to be a little kinder to myself and others after reading it.

While I could see myself using this as a resource with the children in my care, there were a couple of things I felt could be improved.

I found the chapter on forgiveness to be slightly lacking, but I understand that it's a complicated and delicate topic to cover well in only a few paragraphs. We can encourage the kind of understanding that often leads to forgiveness, but it can't be forced, nor should it be. Feeling anger toward someone does not make us unkind. What matters is how we express our anger.

Also, the references to "good eye contact," while surely well-intentioned, were upsetting to read as an Autistic person. To say that, "a good listener should make eye contact," is not true for everyone. For Autistic people, eye contact can cause sensory overwhelm and take a lot of mental effort, which actually distracts from our ability to listen. If I'm looking away while someone is talking to me, this is usually a sign that I am listening closely to what they are saying. As an Autistic advocate, I am passionate about ensuring that Autistic children are free to be their most healthy and authentic selves. Empathy must go both ways.

How To Be Kind is a well-written book. The writing is bouncy yet clear. The illustrations are cute! I love bees and flowers!

Written in a way that children can learn from and appreciate, this book was well-researched and includes solid information on mindfulness, kindness, and acting intentionally with those around us. I appreciated the illustrations and word games to help readers express their understanding in addition to receptively understanding the new knowledge.

I recommend this book for schools and libraries, as well as therapy offices.

*How to Be Kind: Making the World a Better Place through Empathy and Compassion* is a warm and uplifting workbook that helps children learn to be kind, caring, and understanding. As I read through it, I was impressed by how it combines gentle lessons with fun, hands-on activities that teach important life skills like solving problems, making good choices, and practicing self-care. Buttercup the Bee is a cheerful guide who makes each activity enjoyable and easy to follow. I also appreciate how the book includes helpful strategies for children with autism while remaining meaningful and accessible for any child from kindergarten through fifth grade. In a world that often feels busy and disconnected, this workbook is a wonderful reminder that kindness and empathy can make life better for everyone. Too often, we forget how important it is to help young children understand and express their emotions—this book helps fill that gap beautifully.

I highly recommend it to parents, teachers, and caregivers who want to nurture emotional growth and kindness in children. A huge thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read this advanced copy.

How to Be Kind will be a great book for parent and child to read together to discuss self-reflection, empathy, and showing kindness to others. The interactive format of this book allows the potential for rich and vivid discussions about how we should treat ourselves and others with kindness. It is lovely that showing kindness while using social media is addressed as well. I highly recommend this book to families with elementary aged children.

Dr. Zoller’s book is fitting for now and for always with direct, clear ways to engage children, an adorable bee to follow through the text and excellent stories and exercises. Perfect for Pre-K-1st grade classroom!

This book is wonderful! I'm so glad it exists to share with my kiddos and I think we can all use a little more of this in our lives.

What a wonderful proactive guide on how to be kind! This is simply written and perfect for kids but it helped me start thinking of some creative ideas I can try too. The world needs more positivity like this!

This book is great for kids but also makes you think as an adult. I love that! all of the activities are great and interactive, I also love the reflective aspect of this. It would be a great part of a homeschool curriculum. The activities are great and encourage creative play and imaginative play. The chapter on forgiveness is a lesson that everyone needs a good brush up on. And I love the fact this is included. Teaching not only kindness but being humble and forgiving too. Great life lessons for a kids book!