Author & Photographer: Barbara Kerley
Summary:
This is a collection of photographs of people from various parts of the globe
who are enjoying “a little peace.” Images of peace range widely from two English
men in the snow tipping their hats to one another to a group of whirling Buddhist
monks worshiping in Bhutan and then to an American military doctor cuddling a
child who had been caught up in a battle. In the back you’ll find a world map
and an explanation of each photo including details and location. The book ends
with a note by Richard H. Solomon, President of the United States Institute of
Peace.
Hanna’s Comments: The concept of “peace” can be quite confusing for children. This
book offers a variety of visual contexts so that you can explore the meaning of
a word that can mean everything from an “overall sense of quiet satisfaction”
to a “short lull in hostilities.” The word is used often in religious communities,
especially this time of year in the Christian church as it is connected to
Advent and Christmas. Check out the other picture books of photographic essays
by Barbara Kerley which were offered on PBT Days 71 and 182.
Publisher & Date of Publication: National Geographic, 2007
Age & Grade Appropriateness: 5 and up, K and up
# of Pages:
32
Available in Spanish? Not at present
Formats other than Book: None at present
PBT Category:
Non-fiction, Post 2K
PBT Topics this Book Connects with: abundance/bounty, attentiveness/observation/seeing,
beauty, Earth/world, geography, humanity, pacifism/peace/peacemakers, reverence,
satisfaction, security, worship
Scripture Connections: For unto us a child is
born… his name shall be called… Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6); Glory to God in
the highest, and on Earth peace among those with whom he is pleased! (Luke
2:14); I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. (John
16:33); Now may the lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every
way. (2 Thessalonians 3:16)
Idea(s) for Application: For the children in your faith community, invest
your time in a discussion about the confusing concept of “peace.” It will help
ground them in rich meaning, even if they exit the conversation without being
able to verbalize an exact definition of peace.
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