VIDEO: Compassion & Life Release
Discussing compassion and putting it into action with children during Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche.
HANDOUT: 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
AUDIO: Compassion in Education: Kristin Lhatso at MWS (Link)
Audio recording of Kristin Lhatso sharing her thoughts and research on Compassion in Education with a group of MWS parents, teachers, and friends.
LESSON: Selected Jataka Tales
Links to a small collection of Jataka Tales suitable for children and young people, available online.
ARTICLE: Panyaden School’s 12 Wise Habits
The guiding principles of Panyaden International School are represented by these 12 Wise Habits. Read them here or download a copy to put up as a friendly reminder.
LESSON: Sleeping Chicks
This lesson in sati, samadhi, and imagination has children treat an egg shaker as if a chick was asleep inside.
LINK: The Syrian Journey—A Lesson in Compassion
An online simulation of the Syrian refugee crisis by the BBC offers a powerful lesson in compassion.
HANDOUT: Dedication Prayer
This is a simple dedication prayer designed as a printable card. Print and give to students so they can dedicate their practice... Read More
ARTICLE: How to Practice Metta with Children
You’re never too young to practice loving-kindness. Gail Silver on how to teach metta to your kids.
WORKSHEET: Bodhisattvas and Avalokiteshvara
The eighth 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 explains the history of Avalokiteshvara and the principle of bodhisattvas.