Annette LeBox is a poet, a naturalist, and author of Circle of Cranes. In this heartfelt poem about living in peace in everyday life, she focuses on a community of children who cherish and look after each other. The little ones in these stories convey peace as an offering, holding on to another, the words you say to a brother, and more places and activities. "Peace is a joining, not a pulling apart. It's the courage to bear a wounded heart." The simple but elegant illustrations of Stephanie Graegin nicely complement the text.

Years ago, singer/songwriter John Lennon expressed the hopes of many with his lyrics "All we are saying is give peace a chance." For far too long, children have been taught by politicians and the media that war is the best way to secure and insure peace. Now we know that peace comes alive when people love and respect each other; act with compassion and kindness; and do all they can to bring people together. Being peace in these times is the best way to create a future where all can shine together.