Soar into the skies of hope
By: Daisaku Ikeda ; Illustrated by Alexandra Ball
Contributors: Ball, Alexandra, illustrator
Publisher: Treasure Tower Books
Published: 2015
Place of publication: Santa Monica, CA
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781935523772
Subjects: Juvenile literature; Buddhism; Conduct of life; Buddhist ethics
Description: "Children will appreciate the conversational tone of this collection of personal essays written just for them by one of world's great philosophers, Daisaku Ikeda. "Let's begin our talk," he writes, "as if we were strolling together under clear blue skies." The author's love, respect and high hopes for boys and girls fill every page. At every turn, children will be inspired to think about life and their role in the world in ways, perhaps, they've never thought of before. As a man of peace himself, Mr. Ikeda sees children as the successors in bringing justice, kindness, and happiness to people everywhere. And he challenges children to take always try hard and develop themselves--each in their own unique way--so that they can live lives of true fulfillment. Drawing on episodes from the author's life, from great literature, and from Buddhist stories, these essays touch on a variety of topics, such as appreciation, the arts, adventure, courage, history, responsibility. No matter the topic, the overall message comes through: your life is precious, never lose hope, accomplish great things."--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.

Ages 8-12

Grades 4 to 6
Table of contents: title: Let's advance together!; title: A bright start to the day; title: The power of song; title: Summer of challenge; title: Live with a big heart and a big smile!; title: Reading is fun; title: Let's have wonderful encounters!; title: Time is precious; title: Greeting others and expressing thanks; title: Being more responsible; title: Be unshakable like Mount Fuji; title: A lion cub is never defeated; title: Spreading the spirit of peace throughout the world; title: The world is your stage!; title: Opening up new possibilities through writing; title: Asking questions helps us grow; title: Inheriting the "treasures of life"; title: Shine as bright stars of hope!; title: Build great castles of happiness and victory!; title: Shine as suns of peace; title: Making a fresh start each day; title: Spread wide the wings of your dreams!; title: Friendship is a precious treasure.