April 2013
Transform family night into a creative, fun, book-centered kindness practice! The book for May 2013 isRabbit & Squirrel: A Tale of War and Peas by Libba Moore Gray.
Peace is a state of mind as well as a state of the world. This entertaining book demonstrates how jumping to conclusions, misunderstandings and revenge can lead to can lead to all out war.
This book is a great springboard for conversations about how we can each create peace in our own lives. You'll even create a family work of art to remind yourselves of your commitment to peace.
Plus, enjoy your veggies - the one good example Rabbit & Squirrel offer - with a great recipe from The Kids Cook Monday.
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rabbit and squirrel and tale of war and peas
The Book Discussion:Conversation Starters for Rabbit & Squirrel.
Veggie-ful Croissants
The Recipe: Veggie-full Croissants provided by our friends at The Kids Cook Monday and created by Michelle of The Kids Cook Monday. Visit The Kids Cook Monday for more great recipes for your young chefs.
peace quilt
The Kindness Activity: Family Peace Quilt. Spend time with your family creating a visual pledge to build peas - er - peace.