Windows into Buddhism
Windows into Buddhism is a free, global educational resource that provides trusted materials on Buddhism from all traditions, specifically designed to support teachers and students in schools where Buddhism is part of world religions, philosophy, or ethics curricula.
Here is a list of the Learning Goals which link to Windows into Buddhism content.
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Creating peaceful spaces together
Create and maintain classroom sacred spaces through hands-on altar keeping, flower arranging, and candle care;...
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Special objects and gentle spaces
Experience sacred objects through multiple senses by touching, arranging, and caring for altar items; create...
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Communities that protect our values
Compare how different Buddhist traditions understand sangha's protective function against contemporary peer pressure and social...
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Friends who help us learn and grow
Practice being a good friend by sharing, helping classmates, and participating in circle time activities...
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Communities that support good choices
Analyze stories about loyal friendship and community support, including age-appropriate Buddhist tales about sangha; compare...
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Mutual support in learning communities
Evaluate personal social connections by analyzing how different friend groups influence their choices and values;...
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Simple ways to make quiet time special
Practice simple ways to make special quiet time by sitting in circles, using gentle voices,...
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Creating sacred spaces for contemplation
Investigate traditional methods for creating contemplative space, implement systematic approaches to container-building using objects and...
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Using tools and agreements for group practice
Create and practice classroom agreements that support group meditation, design simple rituals for starting and...
