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Overview
The Living Values Activities curriculum is
written for educators and other adults working
with children who are concerned about an increasingly
violent world and a lack of respect for others.
Already a success in more than 1,000 locations
worldwide, Living Values Education offers age-appropriate
activities that promote self-esteem, critical
thinking,
emotional intelligence, and creative expression-the
necessary wellspring of skills that will enable
children to respond positively to an ever-changing
and diverse society. This Living Values Activities
book includes:
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Goals and lesson plans for young adults
ages 15-22 that explore twelve key units:
Peace, Respect, Love, Tolerance, Honesty,
Humility, Cooperation, Happiness, Responsibility,
Simplicity, Unity, and Freedom.
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Lessons that encourage skill-building
for both left- and right-brain thinkers,
include reflecting, imagining, mind mapping,
writing, role playing, artistic expression
and discussion.
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Child-tested exercises submitted by successful
educators.
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Tips to incorporate the program into a
curriculum with time and budget constraints.
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Examples of dialogues to be used in guided
imagery; conflict resolution and stories.
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Educator notes for preparation and special
circumstances.
Whether you are a professor, counselor, workshop
leader, facilitator or a concerned parent,
equipping the young people of today with social
skills and allowing them to explore core values
will help them develop their potential, and
inspire them to put their values into practice
in the world by making a positive difference. |
