A book review by Tim Wolcott As I enter the faculty room, the cacophony of simultaneous conversation around the lunch table buoys my weary spirit. Soon however, I feel frustrated as to where and how to engage in the discussion. I wish I could discern the tenor or gist of what’s being said by listening […]
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Pinwheels for Peace
~ PINWHEELS FOR PEACE ~ Pinwheels for Peace was started by two retired art teachers. Today thousands of children make pinwheels and plant them in a peace sign on International Peace Day on September 21. Learn more here. Students of all ages decorate a pinwheel pattern with peaceful scenes and then work together to create the […]
What Does Peace Feel Like?
What Does Peace Feel Like to You? The United Nations has defined war as any conflict in which there are more than 1000 battlefield dead. It is estimated that currently there are eleven wars going on around the world and many, many more “conflicts.” However, as the following quote tells us, war is not limited […]
Caring, Compassion, & Kindness
The following activities, book reviews, articles, and resources are designed to help each of us and our children find ways to show that we care for ourselves, each other, and our earth. Developing Empathy Four ways to develop empathy for others. All ages Stick for Peace Using the Native American peace stick tradition to show […]
CHILDREN’S BOOKS
~ Picture Books with a Message ~ Click book titles with links to find TPN reviews and teacher-tested activities related to the books. Anti-War and Peace Education Books -Amazing Peace: A Christmas Poem by Maya Angelou The Bomb and the General by Umberto Eco The Butter Battle Book by Dr. Seuss -Can You Say Peace? […]
Anti-Bullying Role Play Lesson
Lesson Plan Practice what to do in a bullying situation. Three role plays for upper elementary to high school students.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Books & Activities
~ What is Hispanic Heritage Month? ~ Established by President Lyndon Johnson, National Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15th and ends on October 15th. During this month, we celebrate the achievements of American citizens who came from or whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. September 15th was […]
New Year’s Resolution Flags Activity
“Peace comes from being able to contribute the best that we have, and all that we are, toward creating a world that supports everyone. But it is also securing the space for others to contribute the best that they have and all that they are.” — Hafsat Abiola Lesson Plan: New Year’s Resolution Flags or […]
International Day of Democracy
September 15th is the International Day of Democracy. A good day to check out how democracy plays out in your own family, community, and school. When I was a child, I attended a “Democracy in Action” elementary school. In every class from kindergarten to sixth grade we voted – every day. We voted on which […]
Building Bridges of Support
ONE stick – inconsequential… HUNDREDS of sticks – amazing! Last week we asked you to choose ONE thing you could do to make the world a better place. Did you choose one? Do you think it will make a difference? This Bridge of Support was built by elementary students at my school. After watching the PowerPoint […]
