Put-Ups (Not Put-Downs) Thumball

Description

Players practice giving personal affirmations and acting with kindness in order to uplift others. Discussions include the importance of giving put-ups rather than put-downs, encouraging others and spreading kindness.
Thumball is a soft stuffed ball to throw, roll, or pass in a circle or randomly. Catch it! Look under your thumb. Respond to the prompt. Kids absolutely love this interactive tool that will get them talking and sharing. Without even knowing it, you will be encouraging the use of interpersonal skills including taking turns, eye contact, listening, responding, valuing similarities and respecting individual differences.