Meet Tally™: Inspiring Kids to Be Kind, One Coin at a Time

At C.M. Harris Books, kindness isn’t just something we write about—it’s something we live and share with children everywhere. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce you to Tally™, the official kindness mascot of the What If We Were® series.

With his big smile and the words “I Am Kind” at his center, Tally reminds kids that every act of kindness—big or small—makes a difference. Whether it’s at home, in the classroom, or out in the community, Tally helps children see that kindness is powerful, fun, and worth celebrating.

Who Is Tally™?

Tally™ is more than just a coin—It's a friendly reminder that kindness counts. It encourages children to:

• Notice kind acts and celebrate them.

• Practice kindness every day with family and friends.

• Build habits that create a ripple effect of goodness in their schools and communities.

With Tally by their side, children discover that kindness is not a competition—it’s something we all can share together.

Why Kindness Matters for Kids

Children thrive when they learn the value of kindness. It helps them build stronger friendships, grow in empathy, and develop confidence in who they are. Tally™ was created to give kids a visual and fun way to remember that kindness should be part of their everyday lives.

Tally™ in Schools: The Class Kindness Box™

In the classroom, Tally brings kindness to life through the Class Kindness Box™ program:

1. Students earn coins when they show kindness.

2. Coins are collected in the class box.

3. Teachers celebrate milestones with the whole group.

This system turns kindness into a team effort, reinforcing the lessons of social-emotional learning (SEL) while making it fun for kids to participate.

Tally™ at Home: Family Kindness Challenges

Tally isn’t just for schools—he’s perfect for families too! Parents can:

• Reward children with coins for kind actions at home.

• Set up a weekly kindness challenge (like helping a sibling or writing a thank-you note).

• Track progress with charts and celebrate kindness as a family.

It’s a simple, fun way to turn kindness into a family tradition.

Connected to the What If We Were® Series

Tally™ was inspired by the lessons in our What If We Were® books, like What If We Were All The Same! and What If We Were All Kind! Each story celebrates kindness, diversity, and acceptance—and Tally brings those values into real, everyday action for kids.

Join the Movement

We believe every child deserves to feel empowered by kindness. With Tally™, we’re giving children, families, and schools the tools to make that happen.

You can:

• Sponsor a Class Kindness Box™ for a local school.

• Bring Tally™ home for family kindness fun.

• Partner with us to spread kindness through classrooms everywhere.

Learn More About Tally

At C.M. Harris Books, we know that when kids invest in kindness, they invest in the future. With Tally™, every coin represents an act of goodness that makes the world brighter.

👉 Explore the What If We Were® series, order your Class Kindness Box™, or learn how your organization can join us in spreading kindness today.