Peace Resources
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Our Peaceful Classroom - From The Parent Child Press
Montessori children from around the world provided artwork for this celebration of the calm, peaceful atmosphere found in Montessori schools. The narrative highlights everyday happenings in a Montessori classroom and then explores the bigger lessons. Paperback, 64 pages. Learn More -
What is Death?
A gentle book that acknowledges the questions this profound mystery inspires without providing pat answers. Instead, it recounts many possibilities that can help children find their own conclusions. 35 pages. Learn More -
Many Ways - How Families Practice Their Beliefs and Religions
Vibrant images of families of faith around the world are a gentle introduction to diversity for the youngest children. Shared ideas are expressed in simple, respectful prose. Photo endnotes provide place, religion, and activity depicted for 51 cultural images. 32 pages. Learn More -
Sharing Time
Sharing is such an important lesson for children. Simple text and charming collage illustrations are easy for toddlers to follow. Board book, 24 pages. Learn More -
Manners - By Aliki
Teaching manners is a delicate process, made easier by this lively book. In the illustrations, children model how to behave — and how not to behave! Paperback, 32 pages. Learn More -
365 Manners Kids Should Know - Games, Activities and Other Fun Ways to Help Children and Teens Learn Etiquette
This superb reference covers just about everything a child, teen (or adult) needs to know to navigate the modern world with grace and courtesy. Paperback, 322 pages. Learn More -
On Earth
Comparisons children can understand are paired with clear, explanatory graphics. Night and day, lengthening shadows, seasonal changes — all the complex dynamics of Earth’s journey through space are explored. 32 pages. Learn More -
Good People Everywhere
This sweet and gentle book celebrates the good work of all kinds of people. Through lovely language and luminous illustrations, this book encourages children to think about all the ways we can support each other. Hardcover, 32 pages. Learn More -
A Handful of Quiet - Happiness in Four Pebbles
Nobel Peace Prize nominee Thich Nhat Hanh has created a very simple meditation for children. Includes easy-to-understand instructions, further resources, an activity, and a song with score. Spiral-bound hardcover, 62 pages. Learn More -
A Little Book of Peace
This sweet little book is a gift of love from Montessorian Chandra Fernando, written in response to 9/11 because she wanted to let children know the world is still a beautiful place. Paperback, 36 pages. Learn More


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