Annotated Peace Resource List

Authors from different ethnic backgrounds cover issues from pre-school through high school: telling the truth about slavery, broadening your children's social circles, being aware of nonverbal messages, and examining your own ideas and history with racism.

Index to the master catalog, links to view items for all ages.

From the Nat' Ass'n for the Education of Young Children, this classic has much that is valuable for parents. It addresses prejudice of all kinds, developmental information, useful book lists and resources.

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Creative and cooperative games.

Dale Le Fevre is a leading authority on New Games. In many of his workshops, traditionally adversarial groups have come together to play and have fun: Arabs and Israelis in the Middle East; Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland; mixed races in South Africa; and Serbs, Croats, and Muslims in Croatia and Serbia. This book includes the most popular New Games (including many recently found games) from more than 25 years of presenting.

A Gamefinder helps you select the ideal game for your situation, plus tips to help you lead the games. Stories of firsthand experiences show how New Games can have in building cooperation, teamwork, and common understanding.

Looks at the culture influencing adolescents today, adolescent development, parenting issues, community and church involvement. Includes "no-holds-barred" interviews of teens by a teen and interviews with parents and adults who work with adolescents. Special section for youth workers. Addresses how congregations can be effectively involved with parents and teens. Divided into 8 discussion segments.

Examines our search for fulfillment and security through material possessions. A variety of people share thoughts and practical ideas for nurturing our communities and spirits by living more responsibly and joyfully. Main 15-min. segment is followed by three 10-min. sections on freedom and possessions, family and children, and taking action. Transcript available at: www.simpleliving.org/Archives/VideoScripts/BreakForthJoy.html .

Book cited by Trudy Ludwig on her site Bullying Basics www.mysecretbully.com/author_bullybasics.html /Publishers Weekly/ review available at Amazon.com.

Six sessions about different aspects of the peacemaking life. Each includes a biblical dialogue, stories about peacemakers, biblical dramas, issues for discussion, and ideas for parents.

The authors, parents of ten, bring a unique perspective to raising children in an atmosphere of peace. Bob worked for many years in the armaments industry but they both became supporters of the anti-nuclear movement. This book describes their journey and challenges they faced in giving up a lucrative income from that industry. As a guide for parents seeking ways to teach a nonviolent approach to life, the book has much to offer. The authors make an eloquent case for a simpler lifestyle, one less demanding of natural and human resources. (From Hilma F. Cooper, Library Journal)

Read reviews of picture books, chapter books, and young adult novels that you can use to boost social and emotional skills. We also review books on prevention, bullying, and other topics for teachers and parents.

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Creative and cooperative games.

This book has activities that lead children of various ages to understand more about MLK, introduce issues of poverty and racism as well as responses, and that begin to explore African-American history and culture. Includes photos.

Over 150 games that include skills to resolve conflict, enhance communication, build self-esteem, appreciate nature, and laugh together. The games are indexed according to age level, amount of activity, group size, and location.

A Guide for Living the Family Pledge of Nonviolence.

Based on the Family Pledge of Nonviolence, this includes stories, suggestions, activities and other resources to help families live day-to-day.

A concise reference that provides guidelines for families to handle everyday conflicts. Five basic conflict resolution "rules" are provided that can easily be incorporated into daily family life. A quick read with humorous line drawings, the book is enjoyable and gives direction without being preachy.

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

Kathleen Odean, chair of the 2002 Newberry Award Committee, has updated this classic reference book for parents and teachers. The 600-plus titles reflect equality between boys and girls. Each listing includes a reading level and synopsis. Includes indexes and a section on parent resources. It is divided into different subjects: fiction, biography, sports fiction, comtemporary life fiction, picture books, folktales and covers books for children ages 2-14.