This fall, Sprout and “Today” will celebrate thoughtful acts by kids across the country with the return of the Kindest Kid Contest.

Sprout launched the Kindness Counts initiative in 2011, to encourage everyday thoughtful acts and serve as a tool for parents to reinforce kindness and compassion among their children. To nominate a child, log onto SproutOnline.com/KindestKid or Today.com to enter.