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Building on such inherent qualities as openheartedness and trust parents and teachers can help children develop empathy and integrity as they grow and mature From nature activities to conscious quiet time to tips on daily routines CALM AND COMPASSIONATE CHILDREN provides practical guidance to help grown-ups model behavior and suggests dozens of activities to foster childrens joy wonder kindness and loveA parents and teachers guide to developing childrens concentration self-discipline and compassion as well as heartfelt qualities like openness and enthusiasmIncludes more than techniques and exercises drawn from the authors experiences as a teacher and director of the Living Wisdom School a nonprofit elementary school that emphasizes nonsectarian spiritual principles and practical skills for livingRecommends books music games and other resources to help grown-ups nurture calm and compassionate kids.