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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "One Square Inch" Optional: Computer with Internet connection, and large monitor or digital projector and screen Preparation for Activity Read the story and prepare to share it with the group. Read the discussion questions. Choose those that...Activity | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Sing to the PowerTagged as: Compassion, Nature, Silence, Wonder -
Adapted from a Jewish folktale from Poland In this fun and participatory story a farmer lives in a house with his wife and children and the grandparents, and it is so noisy that he thinks he will go crazy. The rabbi advises the farmer to bring his animals into his home, too. First chickens, then...Story | May 17, 2013 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Creating HomeTagged as: 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), Animals, Family, Home, Hospitality, Inclusion, Judaism, Silence, Wisdom -
Find a place where you can be quiet with your thoughts. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for several minutes, perhaps repeating a word or phrase to separate yourself from the activities of the day. When you feel settled and relaxed, consider: What sounds can you hear where you are sitting? How...August 21, 2012 | For Grades 4-5 | From Sing to the PowerTagged as: Silence
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Eboo Patel In the introduction to his book Acts of Faith: The Story of an American Muslim, the Struggle for the Soul of a Generation, Eboo Patel shares the following story: Change happens internally before it takes place in the world. My transformation was catalyzed by a moment of failure....Story | October 27, 2011 | For High School | From A Place of WholenessTagged as: Identity, Silence