10 Easy Ways Families Can Recycle – and Make a Difference

At commonkind, our mission is to support disadvantaged Australians through kindness-driven programs. While our focus is on people, we know that the planet matters too – especially to the children and youth who lead and inspire our work. This Recycling Week, we’re proud to celebrate the theme “Join the Cycle” by sharing 10 simple ways […]

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Our Favourite Books on Self-compassion for Primary School-age Children

Check out our commonkind list of favourite books on self-compassion for primary school-aged children (and adults who could do with a refresher for themselves)! All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when […]

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Join our community knitting project

With winter chills in full swing (yes even up here in Queensland!), our Child and Youth Advisory Group got together and decided they want to make something warm and wonderful for Aussie babies in need! Together, we’re creating handmade baby blankets for our amazing charity partner Baby Give Back – and we want you!  This is a […]

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Our Favourite Books celebrating Community for Preschoolers

Check out our commonkind list of favourite books that celebrate community for preschoolers. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a book through Amazon, we earn an affiliate commission […]

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DIY Egg Carton Poppy

Make these simple upcycled egg carton poppies to show your appreciation for those who have served and continue to serve in our military, as well as their families.  The most important part? Don’t forget to give them out! You could consider Anzac Day or Remembrance Day. See our suggestions at the end of this DIY. […]

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Our Favourite Books on Being a Friend for Preschoolers

Check out our commonkind list of favourite books on making and keeping friendships for preschoolers. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a book through Amazon, we earn an […]

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Our Favourite Books on Intergenerational Friendships for Primary School-age Children

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Check out our commonkind list of favourite books to read with your primary school-aged child about the value of intergenerational friendships. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a […]

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Our Favourite Books on Kindness for Primary School-age Children

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Check out our commonkind list of favourite books about kindness for primary school-aged children. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a book through Amazon, we earn an affiliate […]

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Our Favourite Books on Intergenerational Friendships for Preschoolers

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Check out our commonkind list of favourite books to read with your preschooler about the value of intergenerational friendships. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindess they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a book through […]

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Our Favourite Books on Kindness for Preschoolers

Check out our commonkind list of favourite books to read with your preschooler to introduce the concept of kindness. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindess they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a book through […]

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