Buddhist Wisdom • Modern Education
Welcome
Welcome! Middle Way Education (MWE) is a not-for-profit organization established in 2017 and guided by the vision of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche and other masters from Buddhist traditions. Our mission is to create pathways for traditional Buddhist wisdom and knowledge to enhance modern education for the benefit of this and future generations. This website offers free resources to engage young people in the Buddha’s view of wisdom and compassion. Become a member for full access to our database and to upload resources.
Book Reviews
Review of The Life of the Buddha
June 16, 2020
A review of this exquisitely illustrated children's book that recounts Prince Siddhartha’s journey of truth-seeking and discovery, including his life-altering encounters with human suffering and his realization of the Four Noble Truths.
Articles
Playing With Buddha
June 26, 2020
In this beautiful story from writer Ira Sukrungruang, published by Lion's Roar, he recounts his childhood relationship with his imaginary friend, The Buddha.
Resources
Teacher Appreciation Gift: Free Activities Download from Bala Kids
As a thank you to teachers for all that they do, Bala Kids is offering this set of free, interactive, and fun activities from The Monkey Mind Meditation Deck, Breathing Makes It Better, Meditation for Kids, and Take in the Good!A Morning Prayer for Children to Start Their Day
Our advisor Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche provided the seed statement for this prayer for children to say in the morning. More will be published as part of a children's prayer book later in 2020.The Scent Trail Scavenger Hunt
In this lesson plan, students use their sense of smell to follow a trail and complete a puzzle. It also serves a jumping-off point for a lesson about the five senses and the amazing lives of ants.Ashoka Grant Applications are Open!
Get your proposals ready! The window for Ashoka Grants applications is now open, and will continue until August 15.Free Download: Coloring Pages from Everything Is Connected
Download a set of coloring pages inspired by Ignasi Font’s illustrations from Everything Is Connected.The Lotus Effect: Make Your Own Lotus
Follow this step-by-step guide to create your own origami lotus and participate in the Rubin Museum’s installation The Lotus Effect.How can I share the dharma with my kids?
Three Buddhist teachers respond to a reader's question about how to share the dharma with children.5 Ways to Help Children Be Who They Are
Through our own practice of genuine relationship with ourselves and others, we as teachers can serve as a pivotal inspiration for genuineness to arise in our students. Here are five specific ways to promote a child’s ability to feel comfortable with who they are.The Sitting Together Songbook
Mindful Families offers a broad variety of songs for children, relating to topics ranging from metta and mindfulness to karma and interdependence.Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche on Buddhist Parenting and Education
In this talk, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche answers questions from parents and teachers about Buddhism and raising children in today's world.9 Books about the Life of the Buddha
Middle Way School reviews 9 English-language books about the life of the Buddha.Dharma Craft Projects to do at Home
A selection of craft projects that can provide children with a tactile, engaging connection to the dharma.How Do We Support Our Children’s Happiness?
Wendy O'Leary, co-author of Breathing Makes It Better, offers insights and suggestions for how to support children who are struggling.How to Hold a Family Meditation
Inspiration and tips on how to share a quiet moment of family meditation together with your children.Bubble Contemplation
Use bubbles as a springboard for children to investigate the experience of viewing conditioned phenomena as both interdependent and impermanent using bubbles.
Videos
Buddhism and Parenting : An Online Conversation with Kim John Payne and Robert A.F. Thurman
"Deep Simplicity: Two Cultural Pioneers Discuss Where Buddhism and Simplicity Parenting Meet and Flow Together" with Kim John Payne and Robert A.F. Thurman was presented by Tibet House US Menla Online, July 24th, 2020 on Zoom.Resilience from a Dharma Lens: A Talk with Lama Karma
In this talk, Lama Karma discusses some of the qualities of a resilient community.Finding Happiness in Times of Change
Emily France, co-author of Krit Dreams of Dragon Fruit, discusses the inspiration for the book and how she found a sense of happiness and peace during big, challenging changes in life.Tsoknyi Rinpoche on Silent Transmission
Tibetan Buddhist Teacher Tsoknyi Rinpoche teaches us how to practice the silent transmission of essence love to our children & to others we care about in our lives.Inner Refuge in Uncertain Times by Lama Karma Justin Wall
The Middle Way School recently hosted a dharma talk by Lama Karma Justin Wall to help support parents and caregivers during this unprecedented era of uncertainty.Calming the Mind and Overcoming Anxiety with Kirsten DeLeo
A guided loving-kindness practice to help us calm our minds, find stability, and open our hearts.A Guided Meditation for Young Children
Heather Sanche, author of The Life of the Buddha, and her daughter lead you through a simple meditation you can do with your children.
