Quotes for Kids- Elementary SEL / Character
Share some of these positive quotes that help kids remember important social emotional goals, like self management, healthy decisions, caring, respect and more. This big list of positive quotes uses bright imagery and simple words to get to the heart of social emotional learning topics and why having good character matters. The quotes serve as a positive reminder throughout the day to make choices. Share one of these quotes in your online classroom today.
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Respect /Caring Quote
"Respect means you care enough to think about others' feelings before you act."
Respect / Relationships Quote
"Being bigger means you treat others the way you want to be treated, even when they haven't been that kind to you."
Conscience / Honesty Quote
"Conscience is that voice in your head, and the feeling in your heart, that tells you if something is right or wrong even when no one is looking."
Choices/ Perseverance Quote
"There's the easy way and the right way. Which will you choose?"
Mistakes / Growing up Quote
"Making mistakes is a part of life, and a really big part of growing up. It's how you learn who you want to be."
Empathy / Caring Quote
"Empathy: when you make the effort to understand how others feel."
Responsibility Quote
"What if I do this what could happen? Think consequences before you act."
