What’s the Word?
Students try to figure out a word in braille as a practice of samadhi, sati, and viriya.
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.
Panyaden School’s 12 Wise Habits
The guiding principles of Panyaden International School are represented by these 12 Wise Habits. Here is a quick list of all 12: 1. Using the senses wisely, Knowing the right amount, Not harming, Being patient and tolerant, Being enthusiastic, Being truthful, Persevering, Being generous, Being kind and compassionate, Being mindful and alert, Being calm and focused, and Applying the mind skillfully. Read more about them here or download a copy to put up as a friendly reminder.
Timelapses: A Tool for Teaching Change and Impermanence
Two beautiful timelapse videos, which are great for teaching children about change and impermanence.
The Plasma Ball
Using a plasma ball to discuss different ways to practice sati and samadhi, and the benefits and distractions of each method.
Sleeping Chicks
This lesson in sati, samadhi, and imagination has children treat an egg shaker as if a chick was asleep inside.
Pass the Rubber Band
A quick game that challenges students to practice focus, patience, and mindful movement.
Cotton Ball Meditation
A practice in mindful movement and mindful observation using cotton balls and colors.
Sitting Still Like a Frog Practices
The audio exercises included with Sitting Still Like a Frog are based on mindfulness-training exercises for adults and developed especially for children and their parents.
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.
Play’s the thing, says Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche
Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche addresses a group of kids. Watch the video and read the transcript here.