Geography—What is it for?
This short animated video helps explain the importance of inquisitiveness and the interconnectedness of humans and the environment.
Six Points of Mindful Speaking and Listening
This Powerpoint presentation can be used to introduce children to practice of Mindful Speaking and Listening based on Chogyam Trungpa's 6 Points of Mindful Speech. As speaking and listening is a core function of education everywhere, this is an excellent way to bring more care, attention, and awareness to students' experience throughout the day.
Motivation Prayer
This is a simple motivation prayer designed as a printable card. Print and give to students to recite at the beginning of... Read More
Art-Making: Prayer Flags
A DIY project to make your own Tibetan prayer flags. Prayer flags are believed to bring happiness, long life, and prosperity to those who create them. Each color has a special meaning: blue/space, white/water, red/fire, green/air, and yellow/earth. Tibetan prayer flags can even be made with classes or groups and hung together to create a fun and peaceful environment!
Review of Old Path White Clouds
A review Thich Nhat Hanh's classic text, great for parents, educators, and students alike.
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.
Timelapses: A Tool for Teaching Change and Impermanence
Two beautiful timelapse videos, which are great for teaching children about change and impermanence.
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.
How to watch “Inside Out” and start talking about emotions with your kids
The hit film "Inside Out" will delight children and help them appreciate their emotions—even the difficult ones. Melissa Myozen Blacker offers tips for watching it together.
Changes – a Song by Lewes New School
A sweet song and collaboration that engages students with music.
The Syrian Journey: A Lesson in Compassion
An online simulation of the Syrian refugee crisis by the BBC offers a powerful lesson in compassion.