Morning Movement with the Harmonious Friends
Posted on16 Sep 2019
This story and accompanying stretching exercises are a playful way to get students moving and energized, as they embody cooperative animals in the classic Four Harmonious Friends story.
Tea for Teachers
Posted on28 Aug 2019
This activity, developed at the Middle Way School, guides students in the practice of offering in a fun and engaging way. Students learn about tea service and making offerings as a way to show respect, which can enhance the student-teacher relationship. The lesson builds an understanding of awareness, lineage, reciprocity, gratitude, and simple acts of kindness.
Pebble Meditation from Thich Nhat Hanh
Posted on15 Aug 2019
A brief meditation with pebbles by Thich Nhat Hanh.
The Math Koan
Posted on26 Jul 2019
Teaching math isn't so different from the practice of koan study, says high school teacher Pat Higgiston.
Watching the Breath with Mingyur Rinpoche
Posted on19 Jul 2019
A short talk by Mingyur Rinpoche on how to meditate on the breath.
Establishing a Daily Rhythm in Preschool
Posted on21 Jun 2019
Establishing a good daily rhythm in a classroom offers consistency, structure, and support for both kids and educators. Here's how it's done at Alaya Preschool.
The Art of Service
Posted on13 May 2019
This lesson guides students toward the practice of offering by running a pop-up restaurant.
Harmony Week Curriculum
Posted on06 May 2019
A collection of lesson plans teaching equanimity, compassion, and awareness. Designed for Australia's Harmony Week, they can easily be adapted for a Buddhist classroom.
The Buddhadhamma as a Fount of Creative Education
Posted on02 May 2019
Why teaching Buddhism must extend beyond the intellectual, into helping students uncover heartfelt experiences of Dhamma.