Compassion

Audio recording of Kristin Lhatso sharing her thoughts and research on Compassion in Education with a group of MWS parents, teachers, and friends.

Links to a small collection of Jataka Tales suitable for children and young people, available online.

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.

This lesson in sati, samadhi, and imagination has children treat an egg shaker as if a chick was asleep inside.

An online simulation of the Syrian refugee crisis by the BBC offers a powerful lesson in compassion.

This is a simple dedication prayer designed as a printable card. Print and give to students so they can dedicate their practice... Read More

You’re never too young to practice loving-kindness. Gail Silver on how to teach metta to your kids.

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.

Yarn Toss is a common ice-breaker game and can also be used to give students an experiential understanding of interdependence as exemplified in the story of Indra's Net from the Avatamsaka Sutra.

Talking to children about animals, the ethics of eating meat, and cultivating compassion.

Mindful Families offers a wealth of materials for bringing mindfulness, meditation, and Buddhism to parenting and education.