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EmmaMumsnet · 31/10/2016 09:52

The Clangers are launching their #clangersforkindness campaign which encourages kids and parents to demonstrate kindness every day, just like the Clangers do on the little blue planet. From giving a hug to helping a friend in need, there are many ways to spread kindness. For the launch of this new campaign, the Clangers would love to hear about times your DCs have been kind.

“Clangers are always kind – to each other and everyone else they meet. But what about the people who live on our little blue planet? Are they kind like the Clangers? As Aesop said ‘No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted.’ We’re encouraging people to talk about the ‘kindness stars’ in their life – tagging people who they think are kind and talking about what they do, and encouraging people to spread kindness and be a kindness star themselves. So tell us about your ‘kindness stars’ and the wonderful things they have said and done.”

Check out the video below to see what children think about kindness:



So please tell us about the lovely things your DCs have said and done, however small and whatever their age. What random acts of kindness have they done that have made your day or made you smile? Did your toddler share their toys or food? Did a moody teenager show their thanks? Did your DC help out with chores or say something kind to a family member?

However big or small their act of kindness, share it below and you will be entered into a prize draw where one Mumsnetter will win a £300 voucher of their choice (from a list).

Thanks, good luck with the prize draw and spread kindness!

MNHQ

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StickChildNumberTwo · 09/11/2016 18:37

My daughter loves trying to help her baby brother by bringing him toys if he's sad, helping him walk round the house and generally being really sweet with him. It doesn't always go quite to plan - 'I accidentally pulled him off the bed' was the explanation for one recent incident - but the intention is almost always good.

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Yummum19 · 09/11/2016 19:04

My 4yo DD was recently in hospital and was recuperating after an operation when she noticed a child in the bed opposite to hers was upset and crying. She beckoned me over and asked if I could take her magazine over to him so he could have it to 'cheer him up.' She hadn't even read it herself yet but realised someone else needed it more than her Star

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ScaryMonstersandSuperCreeps · 09/11/2016 21:37

My ds Wilf is a profoundly deaf and autistic young man. A few weeks ago he was travelling home on the bus when a woman was taken ill near him. Another passenger had her severely autistic son with her and went to help the unwell lady. Her son then started getting distressed and rocking in his seat. My son went and sat with the young man and spoke to him and gave him a lollypop which he had been given. He stayed with the young man until his Mum returned.

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HawkeyeInConfusion · 09/11/2016 22:02

DD has a favourite teddy. She loves it more than anything and is very possessive of it. But, since about 2 or 3 years of age, her default behaviour when another child's upset or hurt is let them cuddle this bear.

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Tiniti · 09/11/2016 22:27

My lovely DSS was a very kindhearted child (now grownup). At Sports day when he was five he lost every single race, until the last racewhen he was 7th out of 8th. he looked back and saw his best friend behind him so he stopped, waited for her to catch up then held her hand over the finish line. Smile

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pillowaddict · 09/11/2016 23:19

Dd had always been kindhearted and quick to hug anyone who seemed upset but she is especially lovely if it is me or her baby sister. If I ever pretend to be sad or cry to be silly she will rush to my side and hug me saying "don't worry, I love you mummy". Brings a real tear at times!

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andywedge · 10/11/2016 02:07

A few years ago when I asked my son what he wanted for his birthday he said he wanted to adopt a Snow Leopard as this would help keep them safe. I explained that it wasn't cheap and that he would have to forgo other presents that he wanted such as games for his console etc. He said that was OK and he didn't mind as the Snow Leopard was more important.

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emzywemzy1986 · 10/11/2016 03:46

My little one is only 2 but she loves sharing her food with her little friend Belle. It's so cute Smile

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ThemisA · 10/11/2016 06:23

The story I most remember is actually from my nephew who at just two and a half was listening to a Winnie The Pooh story where pooh got his head stuck in a honey jar. My little nephew listened intently and then started crying inconsolably, worrying about poor old Pooh. I was astounded by his empathy at such a tender age

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winterpark · 10/11/2016 06:48

Every now and then my son will go to the shop and buy me a treat for no reason other than to surprise me x

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ricola1 · 10/11/2016 06:49

They visit my nanny every week and read to her

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maryandbuzz1 · 10/11/2016 07:20

My son tells me he is frequent visitor to the 'Buddy Bench' at school where children with no one to play with go to sit. He asks if they want to play and if not sits there s well to chat.

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amyhalliday1 · 10/11/2016 07:32

My husband has. A bad back and she bought him an ice pack out of her pocket money xx

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carolineandryanandseb · 10/11/2016 07:38

Our elderly neighbours cat died this week and my 4 year old boy, without any prompting from me, made him a card and drew him a picture. The first I knew about it, he asked to go round to 'Old Bills' so he could give him a present he'd made to make him less sad. My heart melted and so did Old Bills when he saw it. I'm very proud of his sensitivity and thoughtfulness

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glenka · 10/11/2016 08:27

They always look after new children when they join their class at school.

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janeyf1 · 10/11/2016 08:51

The little one has been really kind to Grandma recently. She makes her little gifts and cards to say thank you and offers to help her carry her bag. Makes me proud

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southernsun · 10/11/2016 08:53

Our youngest (2 years) always asks his great nanny if she is ok when they take her food shopping and helps her put things in her basket and carry small things for her. The way he shows concern for her wellbeing and offers his help is really nice to see.

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jandoc · 10/11/2016 09:01

it's got to be when he shares his milk every day with his friend who never has any

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outgoing · 10/11/2016 09:09

My son heard some children in school say their parents could not afford to give them breakfast and 2 children's parents could not afford a warm coat.My son was so concerned that he wanted to donate his pocket money to buy boxes of cereal for his school to give to children whose parents can not afford breakfast,he also donated a coat my son doesn't wear.My son's school now ask parents if they can donate winter clothes and cereal to help poor family's.

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lizd31 · 10/11/2016 09:18

My 3 year old great niece Olivia is so kind & caring even at such a young age. She takes such great care with my Mum, GG as she calls her. She loves to go walking around my parents big garden climbing up & down the steps on to the higher levels but when she gets to the steps she holds up her hand & says 'No, no GG no, Grandpa says no' as she knows that GG can't go up steps in case she falls. She's such a little sweetheart bless her

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Ganne1 · 10/11/2016 09:18

My DC is always loving towards his grandmother, even when she is really exasperating! He is always there with a cuddle for her.

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happysouls · 10/11/2016 09:33

When my son was young he was always really polite, holding doors open and noticing when people were struggling and needed a bit of help. Now he's grown up he is looking after his grandad who is ill. He also stopped to change a tyre for a woman who'd got stuck! Ahhh lovely boy!

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ama6270 · 10/11/2016 09:34

My daughter ( age 13) was at sports day in the stands and noticed a boy being bullied by other boys, she noticed this boy , her own age, crying and stood up and shouted at the boys to STOP , how she did it I don't know as she is very shy and has been bullied herself, but these boys didn't reply to her but did stop being nasty to this other boy, when my daughter sat down she took some tissues from her pocket and past it to the boy that was crying without anyone seeing, needless to say a friendship was made

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finleypop · 10/11/2016 09:35

My son Finley is 13, over 6 feet tall, but is a gentle giant who hates confrontation & arguments. Coming out of school, 3 boys were pushing around a smaller boy. Finley only knew the boy vaguely, but he rushed over & stood in front of him, telling the bullies (who were 2 years above him) that they would have to get through him. They went off with their tails between their legs & Finley took the boy back into school to report it to a teacher. He filled in witness statements for the school, without fear of repercussions to himself

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kimbers85 · 10/11/2016 09:42

my 10 year old son makes me cups of tea and runs me a bath when I have been to work all day x

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