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People walk past a "Practice Random Acts of Kindness" sign in Times Square Manhattan, New York
Daily News Lesson December 07 2023

The science behind random acts of kindness

Why doing good makes us feel good
FILE PHOTO: An emperor tamarin monkey is seen perched on a branch
Daily News Lesson February 10 2023

Top stories: Monkey theft, leopard escape + News wrap 2/10/23 + Student video
Houston Zoo zookeepers on high alert after a cut was discovered in the mesh fence around the pelican habitat
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Student Voices November 03 2020

Why civics education is necessary
More from our series of Student Voices on how students can stay engaged as citizens—even after the election
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Student Voices November 02 2020

Every vote and voice deserves to be heard
The first in our series of Student Voices on how students can stay engaged as citizens—even after the election
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Daily News Lesson January 08 2018

Community service: Teaching kindness for kindness' sake
As the holiday season draws to a close, ask students to reflect on the meaning of empathy and kindness. In this daily news story, Extra looks at the impact and meaning of community service and why the winter break may be a more challenging time for students than many people may realize.

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