Hero Missions
What is a Hero Mission?
A Hero Mission is a small, real-world action a child can finish in a day — like building a bird feeder, growing basil or cooking a plant-powered meal — that helps animals, people or the planet.
0 of 12 missions tried at least once
My kindness week chart
Print it, stick it on the fridge and draw a star on each day you do something kind. A new chart every Monday.
My kindness week
Name: ______________________ · Week of: ______________
| Day | Something kind I did | Who it helped | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | |||
| Tuesday | |||
| Wednesday | |||
| Thursday | |||
| Friday | |||
| Saturday | |||
| Sunday |
Ideas if you are stuck:
- Build a bird feeder
- Bird and bee water bowl
- Four-minute shower week
- Grow basil on a windowsill
- Two-minute litter pick
- Cook a plant-powered meal
Every kind act counts. A quiet day is fine too.
Continue exploring
A helpful mission starts with a safe plan
Is helping wildlife always about giving it food?
No. Leaving habitat undisturbed, reducing litter and keeping pets away can be more helpful. Feeding can harm animals or spread disease. Ask a grown-up to check local wildlife guidance before leaving food or water out.
1. Choose a need you can notice
Look for something specific: a friend left out of a game, a path with safe litter to collect, or a plant needing appropriate care. Ask permission before changing a shared place.
2. Agree on boundaries
Work with a grown-up outdoors. Never pick up needles, broken glass, unknown liquids or animal waste. Do not approach injured wildlife. An adult can contact a local wildlife rescue for advice.
3. Check the effect
Afterwards, ask what changed and whether anyone was disturbed. A bird-water dish needs regular cleaning and fresh water, not just a one-time fill. Adapt the action to weather, local advice and your abilities.
Your field challenge
Ages 7–9
Say your mission, who can help and one thing you must not touch.
Talk about it
How could you tell that your action helped, without counting points?