(5) An Act of Kindness : 2026 Continuous Writing
Top Spotted PSLE Topics
Part 2: Continuous Writing (40 marks)
Write a composition of at least 150 words about
—> An Act of Kindness.
The pictures are provided to help you think about this topic.
Your composition should be based on one or more of these pictures.
What was the act of kindness?
Why was it necessary
How did the people involved feel after the act?
You may use the points in any order and include other relevant points as well.
AL 1-2 Standard : Picture 1 , 2 & 3
An Act of Kindness : 315 words Count
The shrill ringing of the recess bell echoed through the corridors, releasing a stampede of ravenous students into the canteen. The air was thick with the mouth-watering aroma of food and the deafening roar of chatter. I was queuing for my favourite noodles when a loud, echoing crash abruptly silenced the crowd.
Whipping my head around, I saw Madam Lee, our school’s elderly cleaner, standing amidst a disaster zone. A heavy tray had slipped from her frail grasp, sending bowls and leftover food crashing onto the floor. To my dismay, some students merely snickered or stepped over the mess. Looking closer, I gasped. A jagged piece of broken porcelain had sliced Madam Lee’s finger, and blood was dripping onto the floor.
It was absolutely necessary to intervene immediately; not only was she injured and overwhelmed, but the slippery floor was a severe safety hazard. Without hesitation, I pushed through the crowd. “Please don’t move, Madam Lee,” I urged gently. I fished a clean, folded handkerchief from my pocket and carefully wrapped it around her bleeding finger, applying firm pressure to stem the bleeding.
“Press on this, I’ll be right back!” I instructed. I sprinted out of the canteen and dashed straight to the General Office to grab the white first-aid kit mounted on the wall. Returning swiftly, I cleaned her minor cut with an antiseptic wipe and secured it with a plaster. Once she was bandaged, I helped her sweep the remaining debris into a dustpan.
Madam Lee looked at me, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. “Thank you, young man. You have a heart of gold,” she whispered. Seeing her immense relief, a radiant warmth bloomed in my chest. I felt an overwhelming sense of fulfillment, learning that a timely act of kindness can truly turn someone’s terrible day around.
Model 2: AL 3-4 Standard : Picture 1 , 2 & 3
An Act of Kindness : 243 words
It was a busy recess time at the school canteen. Everyone was eating and chatting happily. Suddenly, a loud crash was heard above the noise.
I turned around and saw our school’s elderly cleaner, Auntie Mary. She had accidentally dropped a heavy tray of dishes. Bowls and leftover food were scattered all over the slippery floor. As Auntie Mary quickly bent down to pick up the broken pieces, she cut her finger on a sharp piece of glass. It started to bleed.
I knew it was necessary to help her immediately because she was injured and the messy floor was dangerous for the other students. I rushed over to her side. “Let me help you, Auntie Mary,” I said kindly. I took out my clean handkerchief from my pocket and gently wrapped it around her bleeding finger to stop the blood.
Then, I ran as fast as I could to the General Office to get the school’s first-aid kit. I brought it back and carefully helped her put a plaster on her cut. After that, I grabbed a broom and helped her sweep up the broken bowls so nobody would step on them and get hurt.
Auntie Mary smiled brightly and thanked me for my help. She said I was a very kind student. Hearing her words made me feel extremely happy and proud of myself. I learned that we should always step forward to help someone in need.
The End