“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 […]
Make a Difference “The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones that do.” Steve Jobs Real stories are often the most inspiring. In Paths to Peace, author Jane Zalben has selected 16 people she thinks have made a difference in the world. For each person, she gives […]
Now Available This year’s 2017 TPN Peace Calendar features all new images plus inspirational quotes about peace. Important dates are linked to relevant websites with more information. The calendar is offered free by Teach Peace Now for personal or educational purposes only. Enjoy! Click here to download the calendar – 2017 TPN Peace Calendar
Little Princesses Do you know a little girl or young lady who loves princesses? If you do, it would not be surprising. Research done by Professor Sarah M. Coyne at Brigham Young University found that 61% of the preschool girls in her June 2016 study played with princess toys at least once a week. Teach […]
“A book is a gift you can open again and again” — Garrison Keller This is the time of year when we think about giving gifts. Teach Peace Now has a simple answer to gift giving. Give your child, give your children, give your students, give each other– BOOKS! Books allow us to experience the […]
In the United States, we hold Thanksgiving Day on the third Thursday in November. Many other countries also have days of thanksgiving that are an important part of their lives. Japan celebrates Kinrō Kansha no Hi on November 23rd when people give thanks for the work done throughout the year and the fruit of that labor. […]
Tomorrow people in the United States will be voting. The outcome of the election is unknown. But what is known is that, no matter which candidate wins whether they are are running for mayor, judgeship, senator, or president, there is one thing they need to do, and what we need to do every moment, every […]
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 […]
What is the best way to introduce the idea of shared values to young children? This simple lesson, based on Karen Katz’s picture book Can You Say Peace? provides a simple introduction to the idea that no matter how different people from diverse cultures may look or what language they speak, underneath we are all […]
What happens on this day? All over the world Peace Day Events are taking place. Check here to see if there is an event near you. EVENT MAP At noon, there will be a Peace Wave – one minute of silence (in your time zone): a shared moment in which to reflect on what we […]
Objective: To participate in a peace circle and learn how to think like a peacemaker Grade Level: Kindergarten to adult Preparation: Have participants sit in a circle Have a white feather, round beach stone, a bone, or other special object from nature. Have very quiet meditative music playing Have books that show the evils of […]
Objective: To learn that many people have had the courage to stand up for what they believe and bring change in the world. Grade Level: Grade 3 and up Preparation Go to Better World Peace Calendar. Open each month and select people for the class to research. Make a list with each person’s birth date. If […]
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