You, Me, We: Celebration of Peace and Community
Author: Arun Gandhi
Illustrator: Bethany Hegedus
Overview:
What does peace look like in a classroom? This lesson invites young learners to explore the power of kindness, cooperation, and community through You, Me, We: A Celebration of Peace and Community by Arun Gandhi. Students learn that peace begins with small actions—listening, sharing, and caring for one another. Through creative crafts and group activities, they discover how their everyday choices help build a peaceful and respectful classroom environment.
Standard:
English Language Arts and Reading
K.1(A)(B) Listen actively and ask questions to understand information.
K.3 (B) Discuss the author’s purpose for writing the text.
K.5(A)(B) Retell important events in the story.
Social Studies
K.5 (A)(B) Identify the importance of family and community.
K.10(B) Describe ways to help in the community.
Physical Education (K)
K.3(A)(B)Work in a group setting and follow safety rules