Betty Williams won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976, and she is
now working very hard in support of Children's rights. She
started a school, and has some background in education.

My kids met her through Peace Jam, an organization that
brings Nobel Peace Prize winners in contact with young
people. (Other board members include Archbishop Desmond Tutu
and H.H. the Dalai Lama.)

Peace Jam is likely to have some age-appropriate materials
about her and her work. It should also be possible to get in
touch with her assistant, Rusty, who may be able to help you
find materials on Children's Rights.

I should warn you; Betty is an activist, so she will be very
willing to help you, but she will expect the kids to be
active in their support of Children's Rights.

www.peacejam.org

On 8/04/08, hannah wrote:
> Our grade 7 team is putting together a reading and writing
> unit on the rights of children. We are looking for age
> appropriate readings on all aspects of children's rights.
> We would appreciate any suggestions.
> Thank you.
>

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