Peacemaker
#1 in The Peacemaker Series
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What’s inside...
A twelve-year-old Iroquois boy named Okwaho experiences a life-changing event when his best friend is kidnapped by a neighboring tribal nation while they are out hunting. Everyone in his village fears more raids as the Five Nations of the Iroquois have been at war for too long. In his anger, Okwaho wants to seek revenge, but a visitor named the Peacemaker comes to him with a message of peace. Through the Peacemaker’s lesson tales, Okwaho becomes convinced that peace is possible and that the leaders of the five fighting nations can be persuaded to form the Iroquois Great League of Peace.
Discussion points
What does being a peacemaker mean to you after reading this book?
How did the characters in the story resolve their conflicts?
Can you think of a situation where you could be a peacemaker? What would you do differently?
Why do you think it's important to resolve conflicts peacefully?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story, helping them establish a personal connection to the theme of peace.
Discuss the importance of empathy by asking how they think the characters felt during key moments in the book.
Highlight real-world applications by relating the story's conflicts to situations your child may encounter in school or with friends.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of resolving conflicts peacefully
Explanation: In 'undefined', the protagonist learns how to handle disagreements with empathy and understanding, instead of anger and retaliation.
Real-World Application: Children can use this lesson to manage their own conflicts at school or at home by using words to express feelings and listen to others' perspectives.
Example Lesson: Value of cooperation and teamwork
Explanation: Through collaborative tasks among characters in the story, 'undefined' emphasizes the power of working together to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this principle by participating in group activities, learning to cooperate with peers in classroom projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Developing empathy and kindness
Explanation: The story encourages characters to step into each other's shoes, teaching the reader about compassion.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be considerate towards the feelings of friends and family, fostering an environment of mutual respect and kindness.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Characters in 'undefined' confront and overcome personal challenges, illustrating bravery.
Real-World Application: This tale inspires children to be brave when facing their own fears, whether it's trying new activities or standing up for themselves or others.