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Helping Kids Build Empathy: A Skill That Strengthens Friendships, Classrooms, and Families

Helping Kids Build Empathy: A Skill That Strengthens Friendships, Classrooms, and Families

Empathy is one of the most important social-emotional skills children can learn. When kids understand and care about how others feel, they are better able to build healthy friendships, resolve conflicts, and contribute positively to their classroom and family environments. In Teaching Social Skills to Youth, 4th Edition, Boys Town’s proven model outlines a clear, practical skill that helps children develop empathy in everyday interactions: Expressing Empathy and Understanding for Others. T …
Feb 17th 2026 Jordan Burgener, Boys Town Press Digital Content Specialist