How are you cultivating peace in your home? Today is the International Day of Peace and the perfect day to talk with your little ones about what peace is, and what it means to them. Unsure of where to begin? Start with talking about what things help to make them feel calm and safe. A wonderful book to introduce the concept of Peace to a young child is What Does Peace Feel Like? by Vladimir Radunsky. Geared towards younger children up to grade 2, he uses descriptive similes and metaphors to explain the essence of the word 'Peace'. "What does Peace smell like? Like a bouquet of flowers in a happy family's living room…like fresh and new furniture…like pizza with onions and sausage.…"
Music is also a wonderful and powerful way to teach about Peace. It can also create a peaceful environment for work and play in your home. Choose music with concepts that discuss peace, friendship, nature, self confidence, and love. Elizabeth Mitchell has a wonderful album, You Are My Little Bird, that encompasses all these topics. Another favorite CD is Playing for Change - Songs Around the World, whose mission is to teach Peace through music.
Talk with your children about the many aspects of peace, and how they involve taking care of our bodies, taking care of others, and taking care of the earth. Peace involves the body, the mind, and the spirit. Happy International Day of Peace!
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