Raising kids who care about others and the common good.
What we do
We partner with families and educators, and work with the media, to share research-informed strategies that help children develop empathy, self-awareness, and a commitment to fairness.
Resources, tools, and networks for
Featured Resources
Combining research, theory, and the wisdom of practitioners, Making Caring Common brings fresh, energizing, and evidence-based resources and activities to schools and parents.
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Caring Schools Network
The Caring Schools Network (CSN) is a K-12 school program developed by experts at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and educators nationwide. The CSN empowers K-12 schools with the tools they need to cultivate community, caring, and a more fair world.
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DOWNLOAD FREE Lesson series
Darkness & Harmony
This free lesson series helps students reflect on their own connections to the film KPop Demon Hunters, learn how to face challenges that can impact emotions, behaviors, and relationships, and work towards deeper connection with themselves and others.
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READ OUR LATEST REPORT
Loneliness in America: Just the Tip of the Iceberg?
Our latest brief report is based on a nationally representative survey of adults conducted in May 2024 and suggests 21% of adults in the U.S. feel lonely, with many respondents feeling disconnected from friends, family, and/or the world. LEARN MORE >>
