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Adapted from a version on the 2003 International Year of FreshWater website. One day a long time ago, the elephant acted like a bully. He challenged the Rain God. "You covered the Earth in green," the elephant said, "and I'll bet you feel pretty good about yourself. But guess what!...Story | December 10, 2011 | For Multigenerational | From Gather the SpiritTagged as: 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), Animals, Arrogance, Choice, Earth-Centered, Generosity, Gratitude, Interdependence, Kindness, Nature, Power, RegretCurriculum page -
A retelling of a Sufi wisdom tale. Once there was a woman who prayed to understand what path she should take in life. One night, after praying, she dreamed of walking in the woods. The next day, she journeyed to the woods, searching for the answer to her prayers. It was quiet and peaceful....Story | October 27, 2011 | For High School | From A Chorus of FaithsTagged as: Animals, Caring, Compassion, Discernment, Generosity, Islam, Limitations, ServiceCurriculum page -
Adapted from "The Real Heroes and Sheroes of New Orleans" by Lorrie Beth Slonsky and Larry Bradshaw. Original story appeared in the Socialist Worker. The sixth strongest Atlantic hurricane ever recorded, Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast region in August, 2005....Story | October 27, 2011 | For High School | From Heeding the CallTagged as: 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), Community, Connections, Creativity, Generosity, Healing, Hope, Hospitality, Humanism, Imagination, Interdependence, JusticeCurriculum page -
From the All Folk Tales website. Used with permission.A long time ago in the village of Ipetumodu, there lived a poor woman. This woman was so poor that she did not have any soup for her eba. The eba is a starchy paste made from cassava flour and it is rather unappetizing to eat all by itself.Story | October 27, 2011 | For High School | From Heeding the CallTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), Anger, Equity, Food Justice, Generosity, Greed, Humanism, Humility, Interdependence, Justice, Poverty, PrivilegeCurriculum page
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Utility | October 27, 2011 | From Heeding the CallTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), Abundance, Anti-Oppression, Class, Culture, Disability, Equity, Generosity, Humanism, Justice, Poverty, PrivilegeCurriculum page
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From The Broken Tusk by Uma Krishnaswami (Atlanta, GA: August House Publishers Inc.). Used by permission of the publishers. Hard times starve people's spirits, as well as their bodies. (Play all instruments.) So it was once, when the Buddha lived and famine struck the land....Story | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds UsTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Buddhism, Children, Commitment, Conflict, Courage, Food Justice, Generosity, Greed, Interdependence, Poverty, PrivilegeCurriculum page -
Utility | October 27, 2011 | For Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds UsTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Buddhism, Caring, Community, Diversity, Food Justice, Generosity, Human Rights, Love, Multiculturalism, Multiculturalism, Service, UnityCurriculum page -
From CIRCLE ROUND by Starhawk and Diane Baker and Anne Hill, copyright (C) 2000 by Miriam Simas, Anne Hill and Diane Baker. Used by permission of Batman Books, a division of Random House, Inc.Circle round, and I'll tell you a story about when the sun was born again ......Story | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Love Will Guide UsTagged as: Earth, Earth-Centered, Generosity, Gratitude, Joy, Love, Paganism, Thanksgiving, Winter Solstice / YuleCurriculum page -
Utility | October 27, 2011 | For Grades 2-3 | From Love Will Guide UsTagged as: Earth, Earth-Centered, Generosity, Gratitude, Joy, Love, Paganism, Thanksgiving, Winter Solstice / YuleCurriculum page
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As human knowledge has grown, we have come to know the immensity of the universe. The universe is big and we human beings can seem infinitesimally small. The hurting in the world, our community, and our families seems huge, and we can feel as though there is little we can do. There's so much that...Story | October 27, 2011 | For Adults | From Spirit of LifeTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), Acceptance, Caring, Community, Compassion, Connections, Empathy, Generosity, Gratitude, Health, Hope, Prophetic Words & DeedsCurriculum page
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Utility | October 27, 2011 | For Grades 2-3 | From Love Will Guide UsTagged as: Generosity, Love, Prophetic Words & Deeds, Simplicity, Transcendence, UnitarianismCurriculum page
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Utility | October 27, 2011 | From Spirit of LifeTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), Caring, Community, Compassion, Connections, Empathy, Generosity, Hope, Love, Meaning, Prophetic Words & DeedsCurriculum page
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Utility | October 27, 2011 | For Grades 4-5 | From Love Connects UsTagged as: Caring, Compassion, Covenant, Generosity, KindnessCurriculum page -
Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story, "The Ant and the Grasshopper" Preparation for Activity Read the story and prepare to share it with the group. Review the discussion questions and choose those that will best help the children share their interpretations of the...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Love Connects UsTagged as: Caring, GenerosityCurriculum page
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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A recording of the song "Magic Penny" by Malvina Reynolds, and music player Preparation for Activity Obtain a recording of the song "Magic Penny" by Malvina Reynolds on a CD or downloaded from the Internet, and a music player....Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Love Connects UsTagged as: GenerosityCurriculum page
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Materials for Activity Optional: A book or film version of A Christmas Carol Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity Find out about charity projects that will accept new or gently used items donated by children. Possibilities include homeless shelters for families and children,...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Windows and MirrorsTagged as: Generosity, LeadershipCurriculum page -
Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Small bags containing different numbers of pennies for all participants, plus a few extra Preparation for Activity Prior to the session, prepare for each child a small bag containing four, five or six pennies. Make extra for visitors or newcomers.Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Windows and MirrorsTagged as: GenerosityCurriculum page
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Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Congregational newsletters, flyers, calendars, and announcements about events such as worship, fellowship, social justice, advocacy and/or group learning Photographs from congregational events, including photo albums if possible Newsprint, markers a...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Windows and MirrorsTagged as: Caring, Connections, Creativity, Generosity, KindnessCurriculum page
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Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Jars with lids for all participants Drawing paper Pencils Markers that will write on the surface of a jar A sharp implement to cut the jar lid (leader only) Calculators 2x4-inch sticky labels, scrap paper 7 cents (7 pennies or 2 pennies and one...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children | From Windows and MirrorsTagged as: Food Justice, GenerosityCurriculum page
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"So, Ray," asked his mother, "what do you want for your birthday?" It was a surprisingly hard question to answer. What did he want for his birthday? "I don't know, Mom. Can I get back to you on that one?" Ray grabbed his skateboard and went out to the driveway to think as he rode....Story | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Faithful JourneysTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), Balance, Christmas Eve / Christmas, Compassion, Generosity, Justice, Letting Go, Privilege, SimplicityCurriculum page