1. During a first-grade spelling lesson, a learner’s pencil box falls off the desk, and another learner helps to pick it up. The teacher acknowledges this random act of kindness by complimenting the learner for his/her actions.
   

2. After reading a story in a third-grade reading block, learners work in groups of four to create a quadrarama (four triangles stapled together). Each learner writes his or her favorite part of the story on one triangle in order to complete the project. Each group shares their quadrarama with the class and gives reasons for each selection. The teacher points out to learners that there is no right and wrong when selecting favorites, because a favorite is a personal preference. The teacher reminds learners that everyone’s contributions are worthwhile.
   

3. In a fourth-grade social studies lesson, learners work on a map project and need materials from the middle of each table. A few learners demand materials be passed. The teacher directs the learners to display courtesy and also to say, "Please" and "Thank you" when materials are passed.

Secondary

1. During a seventh-grade class discussion regarding mathematics in every-day life, one learner continuously criticizes the remarks of another learner. The teacher asks learners to consider how it feels to be criticized and the chilling effect criticism can have in a discussion.
   

2. At the passing bell, a ninth-grade science teacher and learners exchange friendly greetings as learners enter the room.
   

3. An eleventh-grade English teacher makes it a point to consistently use "Thank you," "You’re welcome," and "Please" as appropriate with learners.