Tea Parties
Hosting tea parties is a fun way to engage children in the practice of serving and being served. This role-playing activity does require quite a bit of preparation and a minimum of 2 teachers/guides.
Lojong Slogan #20: Of the two witnesses…
A short video of a fourth grader explaining what this mind-training slogan by Atisha means to him.
Lojong Slogan #32: Don’t Wait in Ambush
A short video of a sixth grader explaining what this mind-training slogan by Atisha means to her.
Mudras
A downloadable poster of mudras (hand signs) connected to the traditional 8 offerings with aspirations for each one along with some lesson ideas.
Creating and Using Joy Jars with Children
Joy jars are a fun and effective way to bring awareness to moments that light children up and practice gratitude. This resource includes all the hows and whys, including science based research, prompts, materials to use, and other reflections.
Interview: “The Sacred Work of Sandra Cisneros”
Angélica Paljor interviews Sandra Cisneros, published August, 2022 on Lion’s Roar Magazine.
Buddhism 101 with Alex Trisoglio
A 1.5 hour dive into Buddhist history philosphy given by Alex Trisoglio in 2022 as part of the Middle Way School's adult learning program.
Family Sundays: Wakeful Wanderings
From the Rubin Museum: An art project aimed at generating self-reflection and mindfulness
Family Sundays: Measure Me
From the Rubin Museum: An art project aimed at measuring your own existence and reflecting on how you define yourself
Family Sundays: Mandala Lab
From the Rubin Museum: An engaging art project in mandala making with the aim of exploring our emotions