Annotated Peace Resource List

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Stewart begins with information about early African explorers of North America, and includes important facts new to many of us who have not been required to study this part of our nations history. The book is organized into six sections: Great Migrations; Civil Rights and Politics; Science, Inventions and Medicine; Sports; Military; Culture and Religion, with entries of several paragraphs each. More than 200 photos.

Set in the time of the Civil War.

The Lion & Lamb Project's mission is to stop the marketing of violence to children.

A history of pacifism and those protesting war in the US, from colonial days until anti-nuclear protests in the early '80s.

Reveals in verse that regardless of outward differences, children everywhere have basic commonalities. Great for read-alouds.

Index to the master catalog, links to view items for all ages.

When something disappears out of your lunch box or your locker or your desk every day, you’d like to say, "No big deal." But even minor theft is a big deal to kids. This book shows children several different ways of ending an annoying problem. It emphasizes brainstorming solutions and evaluating each option before taking action. (Parenting Press' "Kids Can Choose" series)

(Available from the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center: 630-627-0507. www.LMPeaceCenter.org, Admin@LMPeaceCenter) Conscientious Objectors from the Persian Gulf War and previous wars share their stories.

Teens learn specific techniques for handling their anger. Program illustrates typical situations that trigger anger, helps teens learn to identify their anger style, and offers practical strategies for controlling their behavior when angry.
www.sunburst.com

Tells the unusual life story of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, who was born an African Egbado princess, captured by rival Dohamans and taken to Dahomey to be murdered in a ritual sacrifice, rescued and adopted by a British naval captain, taken to England and presented to Queen Victoria, and raised under the Queen's protection in England and Sierra Leone. Includes many excerpts from Sarah's letters and the Queen's diaries, as well as historic illustrations. Relevant information about 19th century West Africa and Britain (e.g., the Dahomey empire, the slave trade and British actions to end it, Christian missions in Africa, Sierra Leone, the British class system, women's place in society, etc.) is well presented. Much about the lives of ordinary 19th century West Africans and Europeans can be learned here. (from Amazon review by Ed. Gibbon)

Narrator tells how his family was sent to an internment camp for Japanese Americans during World War II and how baseball was used as a diversion from the horrible situation in which the camp's inhabitants lived.

"Enough." What a concept. This four-week guide helps to explore this question in thought and experience. Includes daily reflections, discussion questions and acitivities. Good for small groups. (MCC, Herald Press)

In 1942, 13-year old Korinna is active in her local Nazi youthgroup. She believes Hitler is helping deal with "the Jewish problem." Then she discovers that her own parents are hiding Jews.

The wisdom of peace and the absurdity of fighting are demonstrated in 17 stories and poems by outstanding authors of today.

A history of African-Americans in the US as told through letters, speeches, articles, eyewitness accounts, etc. 1619-

One man's experience in the south in 1959 after coloring his Skin from pinkish gray to very dark brown.

A Vietnamese family decides to flee for their lives.

Examines our search for fulfillment and security through material possessions. A variety of people share thoughts and practical ideas for nurturing our communities and spirits by living more responsibly and joyfully. Main 15-min. segment is followed by three 10-min. sections on freedom and possessions, family and children, and taking action. Transcript available at: www.simpleliving.org/Archives/VideoScripts/BreakForthJoy.html .