Lojong Slogan #21: Always maintain a joyful mind
A short video of a student explaining what this mind-training slogan by Atisha means to her.
Book Review: The Barefoot King: A Story about Feeling Frustrated
A lighthearted story about the consequences of rash decisions and the importance of problem solving, responsibility, and acceptance for kids ages 4-8.
Lojong Slogan #36: Don’t act with a twist
A short video of a student explaining what this mind-training slogan by Atisha means to him.
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.
Book Review: “I See You, Buddha!”
A beautifully illustrated book about bowing that broadens the conventional understanding of why we make this gesture.
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.
Book Review: The Hero of Compassion
An inspiring book by Harry Einhorn, who is a composer, artist, meditation instructor and MWE dharma learning specialist. Published by Bala Kids, this book is a simple story that describes the aspirations and activities of Lokeshvara, and how he came to have a thousand arms and eyes.
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.
Taking Your Seat
This MWE unit plan outlines a wide range of lessons and activities that teachers can use to begin a new year or a new cycle, and to and support students with the process of settling into something new with awareness of their own intentions. In this thematic unit students are invited to be present, find their place in the community, and appreciate how awareness can bring dignity and spaciousness to any endeavor.
Lojong Slogan #28: “Abandon any hope of fruition”
A short video of a 5th grader explaining what this mind-training slogan by Atisha means. An example for what's possible when students are teachers.