These four character strengths can be the cornerstones of a peaceable classroom. It is a song to remind children of these virtues that underlay positive relationships. Pauline Zeece (2009) has published a resourceful article on using children’s literature to promote kindness. She also stresses that children learn kindness from being the recipient of kindness from nurturing adults.
Zeece, P. D. (2009). Using current literature suggestions to nurture the development of kindness in young children.
 

Helpful, Hopeful, Gentle, Kind (2:51)

Helpful, hopeful, gentle, kind
That's what you are to me

Helpful, hopeful, gentle, kind
That's what I want to be

Kindness is a thing we share
Kindness shows how much we care

Knowing someone else is there
With hopes and dreams like mine

Someone who can lend a hand
Someone who will understand

Someone with a special plan
And hopes and dreams like mine