Having empathy is a learned skill that comes with listening and understanding others.

During this time, the entire class works together to find a solution.

This teaches children to respect the feelings of others without judgement.

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They also allow each child to be heard, feel valued, and become part of a community.

According to theWorld Happiness Reportreleased annually since 2012Denmark is the second-happiest country, after Finland.

The country took first place in 2016 and has remained in the top three ever since.

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In fact, Denmark was also number one in the very first World Happiness Report in 2012.

Clearly, they’re doing something right.