The next step after "random acts of kindness", this guide inspires and instructs readers on building harmonious communities one act at a time. Over 100 stories written by or about Nelson Mandela, Mother Teresa, Christopher Reeve, Ram Dass, Steven Spielberg, Jimmy Carter, and others are included, as well as an extensive resource guide and directory to service groups and social organizations around the country.
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What People are Saying About Stone Soup for the World:
"Giving back through service to communities is becoming the wave of the future. Stone Soup for the World is a beacon of light pointing the way. It is a handbook for humanitarians. " Jack Canfield
"By celebrating ordinary people doing extraordinary things to build communities, Stone Soup for the World proves that possibility for everyone of us." Frances Moore Lappe
"Stone Soup for the World is filled with the kinds of inspriational stories we all need to hear. Marianne's gift is in presenting them in ways people will want to hear." Eric Utne, The Utne Reader
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This book has inspired people across the country to catch the "Stone Soup" spirit, and get involved in their communities. Educators are using this book, and "The Leader's Guide to Stone Soup for the World" to inspire their middle and high school students. At the 1997 Presidents' Summit for America's Future, the Stone Soup Foundation made a commitment to develop partnerships with those involved with America's Promise to sponsor 1,000,000 books to America's youth. It's heartwarming to see people naturally coming forward to help achieve this goal.
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Stories of Compassion and Volunteerism for a better world,
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This review is from: Stone Soup for the World: Life-Changing Stories of Kindness & Courageous Acts of Service (Paperback)
Stone Soup for the World is a set of 100 stories about compassion and volunteerism. From the intro by Colin Powell to the story of Ms.Larned's young brother, the whole book was a joy to read. I especially loved the Nelson Mandela and Paul Newman stories. This book has stirred me to be a better person and to help others. I recently walked in honor of my aunt who passed away from cancer and raised money doing it. It felt good just as these stories felt good. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to people from 9 to 99.
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This is an inspiring collection of stories,
By Sharon Galligar Chance (Wichita Falls, Texas) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Stone Soup for the World: Life-Changing Stories of Kindness & Courageous Acts of Service (Paperback)
Marianne Larned has gather stories from all walks of life, the rich and famous, the average common man to compile a beautiful collection of inspirational writings. The concept of this book is based on the beloved folk tale of the hungry traveler who sets out to make a soup from just a single stone. The village gathers to see what he is doing, and offers to contribue a little of what each of them had to spare, thus creating an entire feast for all. This book seeks to prove how much people can accomplish if only they open their hearts and work together towards the future. You will be inspired to go out and help change the world after reading this book.
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x-mas in april, may, june, july......,
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This review is from: Stone Soup for the World: Life-Changing Stories of Kindness & Courageous Acts of Service (Paperback)
service throughout the day, throughout the month, throughout the year....100 stories of giving...the notes at the end of each story to jump into service in your community are a link to giving. .My favorite story was Christmas in April---I must admit I cheered for Frances as she conquered the steps--I read later that she and the writer are enthusiastic pen pals...what inspiration. Thank you to the 100 stone soup writers. You gave me a taste of who inspires you.
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