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Paths to Peace: People Who Changed the World

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This book gives me chills to read. It makes peace so simplified and pure. I would recommend it for both adults and children. THe 1-page biographies of people who have helped change our world or inspired us toward peace are captivating. There is a beautiful illustration on the page opposite their biography that accompanies a quote about peace from that famous person. The illustrations are awe-inspiring. Everything about this book is truly beatiful. It makes peace seem so simple, yet, at the same time, it brings me to ask why is peace so hard to achieve in this world? The bottom line is that we must look toward ourselves for peace before we can look toward others. It begins with us as individuals. I love this book. It's beautiful in so many ways.

This book is not just for children. The artistry and layout is exquisite and suit the key quotation and story of each peacemaker. I work in a high school and use it as a resource and 'coffee table book' for students to pick up and browse through. 'Paths to Peace' is a teaching tool and a sign of hope for out world today!

Zalben guides us through the lives of 16 people who have dramatically pursued their individual paths to peace over the span of the past 200 years. Each figure's life is smartly analyzed and consolidated into a one-page presentation that provides a compressed and worthy view of their importance towards creating peace in the world.

Three elements will draw in a young reader on every double-page spread: the synopsis of the famous person's life, a quote, and Zalben's artwork, which is reflective of the person's unique impact on the world. The book enables teachers to introduce a collection of peacemakers and present a wide range of themes while laying the foundation for the continued study of a particular individual or cause.

Opening with Emerson, and including Gandhi, Bunche, Mother Teresa, The Dalai Lama, Sadat, Maathai and others, there is no Jewish content specifically. The three Jewish individuals include Einstein, Elie Wiesel, and Anne Frank. The care exercised in choosing not only well known names, adds depth to the project. A glossary, art notes, a bibliography, and further readings and resources are included. For ages 9 - 12. Reviewed by Christine Maasdam

My classroom has found this book to be a insuration to make changes in their lives.