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Curriculum Guides for Peacemaking



Annotated Peace Resource List
http://peace.mennolink.org/resources/biglist/index.html


AskAsia: Lesson Plans
http://www.askasia.org/teachers/lessons/

Education World
http://www.education-world.com/a_curr/curr171.shtml
this article outlines four different approaches to conflict resolution education in schools and describes research into their effectiveness.

The Kid's Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference by Barbara A. Lewis, 1995. This is an extensive presentation of ideas for children to make a difference. Fifteen categories are provided, ranging from animals to environment to transportation. The book may be most effective if used in conjunction with a book that covers the instructions for completing service projects, such as Lewis' Kid's Guide to Social Action or Pelo's It's Not Fair! http://www.freespirit.com/catalog/item_detail.cfm?ITEM_ID=229

The Kid's Guide to Social Action: How to Solve the Social Problems You Choose—and Turn Creative Thinking into Positive Action
by Barbara A. Lewis, 1998. This book is aimed at children of all ages, but it is probably most effective with readers or with younger children who have the immediate guidance of teachers or parents. Middle school is a key age for wanting to make a difference, and this book is likely to be most appropriate for that age group. The book includes stories of groups of children who have made a difference. Ho-to instructions are provided. The main sections of the book include Beyond the Classroom, Power Skills (includes telephoning, letter writing, surveys, etc.), Working with Government, resources, and Tools.
http://www.freespirit.com/catalog/item_detail.cfm?ITEM_ID=230

9*11 AS HISTORY
Families and Work Institute, with a grant from the Bank One Foundation, developed 9/11 As History, a multi-dimensional program and resource to help youth, parents and educators address the anniversary of September 11th with resiliency and hope. This educactional initiative offers Web-based tools, including curricula, resources and tips, to help adults and youth of all ages reflect on and be intentional in their response to the anniversary. (from the web site)   http://www.familiesandwork.org/911ah/911ashistory.html

Outreach World: A Resource for Teaching Kids About the World
http://www.outreachworld.org/
This site includes downloadable materials, book lists, and other resources. It is searchable by global region, country, subject, resource type, time period, instructional strategy, and grade level.

Peace Education Foundation
http://www.peaceeducation.org
This site includes listings of curriculum materials, some journal articles, and additional links. Most of the materials are available for purchase rather than online.

Plowshares Project
http://www.plowsharesproject.org/php/resources/index.php
This site includes a virtual library and syllabi for college courses addressing peace education.

64 Ways to Practice Nonviolence
http://www.nonviolenceworks.com/snv/ed2000/guide.htm
The 64 Ways to Practice Nonviolence Curriculum and Resource Guide contains activities developed to support the 64 Ways to Practice Nonviolence poster that was designed by the Center for the Advancement of Nonviolence. The Guide is part of a continuing effort of CAN to deepen its commitment to engaging communities in exploration, dialogue and the practice of nonviolence in order to foster a society that honors the dignity and worth of every human being. (from the web site)

Teaching Peace: A Guide for the Classroom and Everyday Life
http://www.wagingpeace.org/menu/programs/youth-outreach/peace-ed-book/teaching-peace.pdf
This document is written by Leah Wells and sponsored by the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation.

Teaching Tolerance
http://www.tolerance.org/teach/index.asp
Includes classroom activities, kits & handbooks, web sites, magazines, and grant opportunities.

United Nations Global Teaching and Learning Project: Cyber School Bus
http://www.un.org/cyberschoolbus
This United Nations publication site is filled with basic information and activities for primary and secondary teachers who want to foster an awareness of human rights and peace.



Tell Us What You Think     Materials retrieved and compiled by Larissa V. Frias and Judith Myers-Walls.

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