Annotated Peace Resource List

A Suquamish native American chief describes his people's respect and love for the earth, and concern for its destruction.

In James Weldon Johnson's "The Creation," written in 1918, he tells the biblical story in free verse, that captures the rhythm and character of southern black country sermons in the 1800s. Mr. Ransome writes, "I have tried to remain faithful to the spirit of Mr. Johnson's text by interspersing creation scenes with images of a southern country storyteller." The colorful illustrations are also lush.

Teaches peacemaking skills to children and families. Intergenerational lessons teach through play, incorporating real-life experiences of the individual through small group discussion. Includes instructions on how to form a Young Peacemakers Club. Four areas addressed are: Peace for Me, Peace for Us, Peace for Everyone, and Peace for the Planet. www.celebratingpeace.com/gowithpeace

A talk with God about the wonders of creation and the difficulties in taking care of it all.

Reflects on how we are all connected to everything in nature and how all things in nature relate to their Creator.

The once-ler describes the results of pollution. One remaining truffula tree seed, in combination with care, is the only hope.

The once-ler describes the results of pollution. One remaining truffula tree seed, in combination with care, is the only hope.

Animals argue as to which is in God's image. The Old Turtle says that people will come to show this. They come but forget about caring for the earth and each other, until a voice says, "Please stop!" And they do.

An old stump attracts many living creatures who need it for a variety of reasons.

Designed for 6 sessions, this DVD has 24 segments that look at peace with God; in the community, nation, earth, relationships; the role of service; peace between cultures; where to draw the line on conscience; and related public policies. The website and study guide supply study questions, activities, and way to put beliefs into actions. In one segment, Calling for Peace, two women with vastly different opinions and on different sides of the Iraq war conflict begin to see each other as friends even though they don't agree. Youth are challenged to brainstorm solutions for conflicts they've experienced. Website: store.thirdwaymedia.org/p-96-peace-dvd.aspx

"The comprehensive approach nurtures peace within the self, relationships, society, and the planet. The essence of Peace Quest is the learning through discovery, encountering life as a journey with purpose. Over 100 intergenerational, experiential lessons are beautifully llustrated with this remarkable resource. It is an essential text for everyone who wants to practice the positive life skills of being a peacemaker. "

Based on a classic folk tale from India, this haunting story gives an insight into India's history and culture while teaching that environmental protection is everyone's concern.

Easy-to-use. Weaves basic science concepts into imaginative outdoor play, helps children think about their role on the earth.

The life of the woman who helped start the environmental movement.

Describes the life of the biologist and writer who helped initiate the environmental movement.

Follows the life of this biologist and conservationist.

"Everything is connected" came to these writers as they first sought to create curriculum around issues of "sweatshops" and "child labor." The book includes background readings, lesson plans, teaching articles, role plays and simulations, student handouts, interviews, poems, cartoons, annotated resource lists, and teaching ideas. Articles and activities are geared for upper elementary students through high-school aged and older. Some can be adapted. Chapters are titled: Legacy of Inequality: Colonial Roots; The Global Economy: Colonialism Without Colonies; Global Sweatshops; Kids for Sale: Child Labor in the Global Economy; Just Food; and Culture, Consumption, and the Environment. We used an activity from here for a Bible School workshop on housing--working with the idea of many starting with less and some starting with more, and where does it lead? (Where might it lead?)

The 7000 year old story of the Nashua River (Massachusetts and New Hampshire), those who lived on its banks through the years, and the actions of Marion Stoddart in the 1960s to clean it up. Older readers can get more details in the author's note at the beginning and the chronology.

When the villagers hire a famous hunter to kill the tiger rumored to live in the woods, only one young boy wishes to protect the animal. Powerful illustrations depict the uncoventional hunter and his prey. (out of print)