Buddhist Wisdom • Modern Education
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About us
Middle Way Education (MWE) is a not-for-profit organization established in 2017, guided by the vision of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche and other masters from various Buddhist traditions. Our mission is to build a comprehensive model for Buddhist education, creating pathways for traditional Buddhist wisdom and knowledge to enhance modern education for the benefit of this and future generations.
Books
BOOKS: MWE’s Recommended Reading for Kids
Middle Way Education shares its list of recommended reading for kids.
Articles
ARTICLE: Jon Kabat-Zinn On Mindful Parenting
A Q&A with Jon Kabat-Zinn on mindfulness and navigating life as a parent.
Resources
EDUCATOR RESOURCE: Lesson Template—Know, Understand, Do
To create a lesson plan, a great way to start is with a strong outline. This template is structured around three major categories: Know, Understand, and Do.ARTICLE: Sally Devorsine’s “Now I Know” Storybooks Offer Sage Advice for Kids
A glimpse behind the scenes of a beautiful series of Buddhist children's books, each based on one of the Eight Verses of Mind Training written by the 11th century Tibetan Buddhist master Langri Thangpa.HOME: Everyday Dharma: 4 Real Life Lessons for Little Kids
A few ways to bring Buddhism into the daily lives of your kids—including, yes, with ice cream!EDUCATOR RESOURCE: Guidelines for Program, Curriculum, and Environment
Looking at the foundations for program development at Alaya Preschool, from curriculum to classroom environment and teaching approach.HANDOUT: Motivation Prayer
This is a simple motivation prayer designed as a printable card. Print and give to students to recite at the... Read MoreLESSON: Watching the Breath
A guided meditation using the breath as an anchor, plus classroom reflection and a nifty handout.ARTICLE: Finding the Balance Between Judgment and Boundaries
When we feel the urge to cast judgment on others—whether a child, a parent, or someone else in our community—instead of turning inward to protect ourselves, we can open up to those around us.BOOKS: MWE’s Recommended Reading for Educators and Parents
A list of Middle Way Education's recommended reading for educators and parents.LESSON: International Dunhuang Project’s Buddhism Education Pack
This 9-part worksheet set from the International Dunhuang Project introduces basic Buddhist concepts and history to the classroom using source material from the British Library and other institutions.ARTICLE: Middle Way School’s Dharma Fundamentals
An outline of the dharma fundamentals taught at Middle Way School.WORKSHEET: The Basic Tenets of Buddhism
The fourth worksheet of a 9-part Buddhism Education Pack, drawing in the history of The Silk Road to teach about Buddhist history and culture. This worksheet covers the basic tenets of Buddhism.LESSON: Impermanence
A lesson plan for teaching children about the truth of impermanence.LESSON: Pebble Meditation from Thich Nhat Hanh
A brief meditation with pebbles by Thich Nhat Hanh.
Videos
VIDEO: Compassion & Life Release
Discussing compassion and putting it into action with children during Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche.VIDEO: Play’s the thing, says Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche
Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche addresses a group of kids. Watch the video and read the transcript here.VIDEO: Watching the Breath with Mingyur Rinpoche
A short talk by Mingyur Rinpoche on how to meditate on the breath.VIDEO: How to Understand the Mind
Kyabgön Phakchok Rinpoche, talks with Bodhi Kids founder Maya van der Meer about how to explain the mind to an 8-year-old child.VIDEO: Khandro Rinpoche on Guiding The Next Generation
Khandro Rinpoche gives advice to parents and any adult guiding children in developing discriminating wisdom.VIDEO: Geography—What is it for?
This short animated video helps explain the importance of inquisitiveness and the interconnectedness of humans and the environment.VIDEO: Plum Village Pebble Meditation
Thich Nhat Hanh’s beautiful meditation for all ages, reminds us of our flower freshness, mountain solidity, water reflective clarity and spacious freedom.VIDEO: Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s Opening Message for the Middle Way School
An opening message for teachers, parents, and students at the Middle Way School, sent from Nepal by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche.
