Peace Activities
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Cretan Labyrinth
The ancient seven-circuit Cretan or Classical design has been found in most cultures and was once used on Cretan coins. Labyrinths are often described as paths of wisdom and peace. Learn More -
Chartres Labyrinth
The 11-circuit Chartres design is modeled after the labyrinth in the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France. Labyrinths are often described as paths of wisdom and peace. One of the oldest of symbols, the labyrinth dates back more than 4000 years. Learn More -
Singing Bowl
This small, authentic brass bowl is perfectly sized for the young child! Running the stick along the bowl makes it vibrate and emit a lovely, calming tone. Each an individual work of art, with pillow and stick. Learn More -
Japanese Sand Garden & Replacement Sand
In Japan, Zen Buddhists rake sand in stone gardens as a meditative act. Raking this tabletop version with a tiny rake can be just as peaceful for young children. A simple yet powerful calming activity for a quiet corner. Learn More -
Mini Bamboo Rake
Quite small, this tiny rake requires a delicate touch. Suitable as a replacement rake for the Japanese Sand Garden (C531). 5½" long. Learn More -
Small Pewter Labyrinth
Tracing the labyrinth path is an ancient meditation form often described as a path to wisdom and peace. Young children can run a fingertip along the grooved path of this appealing pewter version. 4" dia. Learn More -
Silent Music - A Story of Baghdad
Ali loves soccer, loud music, and filling page after page with the graceful flow of Arabic calligraphy. An important part of Islamic culture, the flowing designs of Arabic writing weave in and out of the detailed illustrations. Learn More -
Primary Sacred Places of the World Cards - From Laughing Star Montessori
Visit ancient sites and gain understanding of past civilizations and their cherished monuments. Includes 7 continent cards and 25 sacred places cards (32 cards in all). Each card shows photo, place name, and continent symbol. 4" x 2½". Ages 3 - 6. Learn More -
Elementary Sacred Places of the World Cards - From Laughing Star Montessori
Visit ancient sites and gain understanding of past civilizations and their cherished monuments. Includes 7 continent cards and 25 sacred places cards (32 cards in all). Each card shows photo, short sentence, and continent symbol. 4" x 2½". Ages 6 and up. Learn More -
The Tibetan Prayer Flag Pack
Symbolizing compassion and peace, these fluttery little squares carry messages of hope. Imagine giving form to your own peaceful intentions by creating your own prayer flags! T Learn More -
Tibetan Prayer Flags
Traditional Prayer Flags Pre-printed in Kathmandu, Nepal, and imported by a Fair Trade company. Symbolizing compassion and hope, these fluttery little squares of good intention are called Lung ta in Tibet (“wind horse” in English). Learn More -
The Peace Journal - A Personal Book of Inspiration, Contemplation and Courage
Leading children to their own inner peace begins with discovering peace within ourselves. More than a place for self-reflection, this blank book highlights thought-provoking quotations from across time, cultures, and nations. Hardcover. Learn More -
Conflict Resolution Cubes
Play 20 games with these four 4" cardboard learning cubes. Learn to communicate with “I messages” instead of blame. Build solid relationships and find alternatives to violence. Cubes are 4". Ages three to adult. Learn More -
Peacemakers A,B,Cs for Young Children
This book is overflowing with ways to create a peacemaking environment. The activities help children develop skills to cool off, work through conflicts, assert themselves compassionately, brainstorm, and understand that problems can be resolved peacefully. Learn More -
Global Peace(s) Puzzle
An ideal mixed-age manipulative activity and a wonderfully concrete expression of the abstract idea that all the pieces are needed to make the whole. Every contribution brings the goal a step closer! 16" dia. Learn More -
Peacemaker Messages - From Montessori Images
“Peacemakers share with others.” “Peacemakers respect all living things.” Six cards with a simple pledge from the United Nations 2000 Manifesto for Peace and an illustration showing one example of an everyday peaceful action. Learn More


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