Annotated Peace Resource List

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Recommended by professionals, in and out of the school setting.

A discussion of anger, including suggestions for ways to deal with it directly, channel it to something productive, and avoid its destructiveness. (The Conflict Resolution Library) (From William C. Heckman, School Library Journal: "The one shortcoming of the book is the full-color photographs, which are sometimes too dark or not sharply focused.") (Hacer con la ira) 2008 bilingual edition

Each video begins with a conflict that escalates. The narrator freezes action and describes a skill that could defuse the violence. The same situation is played out again, putting the nonviolent behavior into action. Study guide included.

In Givin’ It (18 min.), someone is spreading rumors about John’s sister, showing how to express criticism, disappointment or anger in a calm, nonthreatening manner.

In Takin’ It (20 min.), Marcus’ father comes down hard because of bad grades, shoing how to accept cricticism nonviolently.

In Workin’ It Out (14 min.), Chad and Lamont begin arguing about a pair of shoes, showing how to negotiate a solution or work out a compromise without resorting to violence.

In this book, Dr. Moser explains the causes of anger and offers methods that can help children reduce the amount of anger they feel and help control their behavior, even when they are angry. Dr. Moser examines the complex feelings of human anger with a blend of sensitivity and humor. The illustrations are bright and witty.

The author writes, "Dear Friend: When I was a boy, I often got very angry... That kind of behavior got me into a lot of fights and arguments. It also got me into trouble at school and home. Now that I am an adult, I still get angry. But I don't get as angry as often as I used to, and I don't stay angry as long. I have learned how to control my behavior when I'm angry. That makes me a much happier person. It is important that you understand your own anger and learn how to deal with it in positive ways. So I wrote this book just for you. Your Friend, Adolph Moser." (Emotional Impact series)

This book, like all of the books in the series, is written from the pet's point of view. Max the dog observes all different types of situations that cause his owner, Maria, to feel mad. "The drawings are great for showing kids how to express anger, their confusion about feelings, and how to feel better afterwards." (Amazon reviewer)

From praying mantis to hyena, Carle’s ladybug approaches 14 animals with her abrupt comments: "Hey you, want to fight?" Parents may be offended by the disrespectful dialogue, but Carle's overall message is clear: violence only gets you back to where you started, but respect and the kindness of a friend brings you safely to the end of each day

Lessons are designed to enable students to acknowledge, accept, and constructively express their anger. They also learn how to avoid displaced anger, tell a friend they’re angry, avoid provoking anger, keep put-downs from triggering them, and use a model for resolving classroom conflicts. Role-plays and puppets encourage active student involvement. Includes scripted lessons that provide dialogue, examples; blackline masters of transparencies for visual learners; worksheets to help students process lesson concepts; supplementary activities to encourage transfer of skills; parent involvement components.

This book speaks directly to children and adolescents in a language they can easily understand, encouraging today's youth to manage their anger rather than be controlled by it.

From parents: "Our 8-year-old son could read this himself. It also has questions as you go through to help reinforce the different concepts and apply them to your own situation... I could hear my son laughing as he was reading it and he would say 'Mom come and look at this, It's really funny.' The book gives clear guidelines regarding how to 'Chill Out' which my son is beginning to use with VERY good effect."

"My 11-year-old son was willing to listen and interact as I read it to him. The real breakthrough (for an 11-year-old) came in doing one of the distraction exercises recommended. My son was truly amazed as a smile played over his face and he said, 'It works, I can't stay mad.'" (Reviews from Amazon)

Alex is very frustrated when he tries, unsuccessfully, to rollerskate; he wants to smash the skates. The reader can "choose his/her own ending" to see what might happen. (Dealing with Feelings series, Parenting Press)

When rain cancels a long-awaited picnic, Katie gets mad At those around her. Her dad gives some other options, and the reader can choose what she does see to what happens. (Dealing with Feelings series, Parenting Press)

This book helps kids understand that it’s often all right to be angry, but that it‘s always best to resolve conflicts peaceably. Written by a psychotherapist and child counselor with direct language that makes sense to younger kids. Each title also features a guide for parents on how to use the book, a glossary, suggested additional reading, and a list of resources. Full-color illustrations on every page.

This 5-session Bible study encourages youth to live nonviolently. Through storytelling, activities, and scriptural reflection, students discover there are many ways, outside of violence, to deal with anger. They will become familiar with nonviolent responses, discover the importance of honesty in times of conflict, and form a new perspective on their relationship with "the enemy."

This resource book for parents and teachers has stories and activities to help 6 to 15-year-old children see their anger and figure out what to do with it.

A series of annoying incidents motivate Sophie to run out into the woods, first to cry, and then sit in a huge old beech, watching the ocean until the tempest abates. The illustrations capture the volcano-like intensity of her initial feelings and then the calmer hues after she calms down. (Caldecott Honor Books, 2000)