Bibliography and Resource List
Background Information
Boulding, Elise. Cultures of Peace: The Hidden Side of History. Syracuse University Press, 2000.
Fellowship of Reconciliation. "Decade for a Culture of Peace and Nonviolence for the Children of the World," Fellowship Magazine. Published by the Fellowship of Reconciliation, Nyack, NY, May-June 1999.
Minow, Martha. Between Vengeance and Forgiveness. Beacon Press, 1998.
Ury, William. Getting to Peace. Viking, 1999.
Children's Literature
Durell and Sacks, ed. Big Book for Peace. Published by Dutton's Children's Books, New York, 1990. This resource includes many well-know authors with stories -- some based on actual events -- of making peace, ending fighting, cooperation, sharing, conscientious objection, greed, social justice, civil disobedience, environmental equity and social activism. Included are stories by Steven Kellogg. Big Book for Peace also includes a great introduction, and encourages students to use their own creativity to work for peace. It could be used in many ways, including integration into lessons, and contains works by Lowry, Maurice Sendak, et al.
MacDonald, Margaret R. Peace Tales: World Folktales to Talk About. Published by Linnet Books, Hamden, CT, 1992. 34 folk tales from around the world prompt us to think about the sorts of things that lead to war, versus those that lead to peace. The tales include such memorable characters as a king who spills honey and says it is "not his problem," and monkeys who blindly follow
their leader. Peace Tales was written by a folklorist, storyteller and children's librarian, and includes a list of recommended books about peace.
Sholes, Katherine. Peace Begins with You. Published by Sierra Club Books, Little, Brown and Co., San Francisco, 1989. This book discusses the concept of peace and what it is, taking into account many of the ideas outlined in UNESCO. It focuses on finding "enough for everybody" and the concept of fairness, and points out that conflicts do happen, and that sometimes working for peace means starting a conflict by "speaking up." It concludes with a "how-to" guide.
Teaching Resources
Kriedler, William. Creative Conflict Resolution: More than 200 Activities for Keeping Peace in the Classroom Produced by Educators for Social Responsibility. Published by Scott, Foresman, Glenview, IL, 1984. Activities are designed to address root causes of conflict, deal with problem solving, anger management, and tolerance. The book includes lots of worksheets, and constitutes an excellent resource.
Kriedler, William. Elementary Perspectives: Teaching Concepts of Peace and Conflict. Produced by Educators for Social Responsibility. Published in Cambridge, MA, 1990. This book builds on Creative Conflict Resolution with more exploration of the concepts of peace and human rights. It actually talks about enemies and what to do with them, and ends with visioning of peace activities.
Lewis, Barbara, et al. The Kids' Guide to Social Action Published by Free Spirit Press, Minneapolis, MN, 1998. This is a wonderful guide to practical civics, featuring real stories about youth. It provides step-by-step how-to guides and creative ideas to involve children in the community. This book emphasizes activities in the USA, but its ideas are applicable anywhere. (Annotation from Reconciliation International, January - February 2000)
Milord, Susan. Hands Around the World: 365 Creative Ways to Encourage Cultural Awareness and Global Respect. Published by Williamson Publishing, Charlotte, VT, 1992. Daily activities, outlined in the book, include cultural traditions from around the world. Hands Around the World tries to convey the message that all children have similar joys, fears and frustrations the world over, that families are anchors, and that everywhere young people hope to work for peace. It includes good ways to learn about and develop appreciation for other cultures.
Prutzman, Priscilla, et al. The Friendly Classroom for a Small Planet. Produced by the Children's Creative Response to Conflict, a program of the Fellowship of Reconciliation, Nyack, New York. Published by New Society Publishers, Philadelphia, 1988. This group originated the concepts involved in teaching conflict resolution to children as an outgrowth of a Quaker program. Basic themes in the book center around "Cooperation," "Affirmation," "Communication," and "Community Building, the Components of Conflict Resolution." Lots of activities are included in each of these sections.
Resources Recommended But Not Yet Reviewed
Claflin, Edward B. Sojourner Truth. Published by Barron's, 1987.
On the Wings of Peace, Clarion books, NY, 1995.
Teaching Human Rights. Published by The United Nations, 1989. Recommended for teachers in both primary and secondary schools, this book is available at the Wilmington College Peace Resource Center, Wilmington, Ohio (contact prc@wilmington.edu.)
VanAllsburg, Chris. Just a Dream. Published by Houghton-Mifflin, 1990. This book is about sustainability and environmental awareness. It is available at Wilmington College Peace Resource Center (see e-mail address above.)
Stories of Peacemakers
Bentley, Judith. Archbishop Tutu of South Africa. Published by Enslow Publishing, Hillside, NJ, 1988. This book combines political history of South Africa with the story of Archbishop Tutu's personal and religious life. It was written before many of the recent political changes, but is still a useful resource.
Fisher, Leonard E. Gandhi. Published by Athenaeum Books for Young Readers, Simon and Schuster, New York, 1995. This book provides easy reading, with interesting artistic renditions of Gandhi during various phases of his life, done in black-and-white. It constructs a good chronological overview with descriptions of South African and Indian historical periods with which Gandhi was connected.
Fletcher, Ruth. Teaching Peace (listed also under resources for teachers).
Lighting Candles in the Dark. Produced by the Religious Education Committee of Friends General Conference, Religious Society of Friends, Philadelphia, 1992. Stories in this book are grouped under five headings, each reflecting certain values connected with peace: "Courage and Nonviolence," "Power of Love," "Acts of Loving Service," "Fairness and Equality," and "Belonging and Care for the Earth."
Rosen, Deborah Nodles. Anwar el-Sadat. Published by Children's Press, Chicago, 1986. While clearly not a pacifist, Sadat's role in the historic Camp David agreements is highlighted, following detailed biographical sketch of his life as leader in the Egyptian independence movement. Portrayed as a fearless risk-taker who at times alienated Arabs in his work for peace with Israel.
True, Michael. Justice Seekers, Peace Makers. Published by Twenty-Third Publications, Mystic, CT, 1985. Though written for an adult audience, these 32 stories -- short biographies of peacemakers, some more well-known than others -- are worth sharing with a younger audience.
True, Michael. To Construct Peace: 30 More Justice Seekers. Published by Twenty-Third Publications, Mystic, CT, 1992. This book contains more stories of peacemakers and justice seekers.
Organizations for Resources:
Oregon Peace Institute 1950 SW Sixth Ave., Portland OR 97201
503-725-8192
Very friendly people who have a number of fine resources available for sale or loan at reasonable prices.
Educators for Social Responsibility
23 Garden St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
USA
617-492-1764
1-800-370-2515
www.esrnational.org
Pioneers in the field of education for peace and conflict resolution
Songs:
| Teaching Peace | |
| The Great Peace March | Holly Near |
| Singing for Our Lives | Holly Near |
| Harriet Tubman | Holly Near |
Websites:
UNESCO: Culture of Peace: www.unesco.org/iycp
Courage to Stand Up: www.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0002
Hague Appeal for Peace Global Campaign for Peace Education: www.haguepeace.org; www.ipb.org (International Peace Bureau)