Kind vs Unkind Sorting Activity – Printable Social Skills Game

Help young children build empathy, emotional awareness, and positive behavior with this engaging Kind vs Unkind Sorting Activity! Designed especially for preschool and early elementary learners, this hands-on printable makes it easy for children to recognize and sort real-life social situations in a fun and meaningful way.

Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, therapy sessions, and SEL centers, this activity supports important early social-emotional skills through play and discussion.

What’s Included

This digital download includes:

✔ 24 illustrated scenario cards
Each card shows a realistic social situation that children decide is kind or unkind.

✔ 2 sorting boards

• Level 1 Board – simple, beginner-friendly visual layout

• Level 2 Board – encourages deeper thinking and discussion

✔ Data Collection / Student Worksheet
Use it to:

• Track student responses

• Assess understanding

• Or allow children to record their own answers independently

Skills Supported

This activity helps children practice:

• Identifying kind vs unkind behavior

• Developing empathy

• Understanding social situations

• Making positive choices

• Emotional awareness and communication

How to Use

Children look at a scenario card, decide whether the behavior is kind or unkind, and place it on the matching section of the board. Use the worksheet to record answers, spark discussion, or let children complete it independently.

Great for:

• SEL lessons

• Morning meetings

• Counseling sessions

• Small groups

• Montessori or hands-on learning centers

Why You’ll Love It

✨ No prep – just print and play
✨ Works for multiple ability levels
✨ Encourages conversation and critical thinking
✨ Supports emotional and social growth

Format

This is a digital PDF download.
No physical product will be mailed.

Simply print, cut, and start learning!

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