For nearly 60 years, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has been one of the world’s lone voices of peace from his place in exile. Those who have met him describe an extraordinary presence.
How can we hope to have a peaceful world? Well I think there are two ways. One, to quote another Master of Peace, is to be the change we want to see in the world. The other is to teach our children. Really teach them, not just coach them to pass exams.
The Missing Peace is a collaboration between 88 artists sponsored by the Dalai Lama Foundation. There is an exhibition currently touring the world. For a virtual look, click this link. As part of this project, there is a resource for teachers and parents, helping older children begin to think about life in different ways, through art and stories. All the materials are downloadable here.
There are materials for two age groups: 10 – 13 and 14 – 18. If you are a teacher or a parent (perhaps especially a homeschooler) I really encourage you to take a look.
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