SEEDS OF PEACE CHORUS We are sowing the seeds of peace each time we show love and caring; each word and deed that we choose through the day can leave seeds of peace as we go on our way. (1) We'll sow seeds of self-esteem and respect--- we can't love our neighbor without them--- extending that caring to others around, as ripples of peace spread with love that we send. CHORUS We are sowing the seeds of peace each time we show love and caring; each word and deed that we choose through the day can leave seeds of peace as we go on our way. (2) We’ll work together for better ways than gangs and drugs and violence. Our efforts will help bring a great new day when families and cities are healthy and safe! CHORUS We are sowing the seeds of peace each time we show love and caring; each word and deed that we choose through the day can leave seeds of peace as we go on our way. ADDITIONAL/ALTERNATE CHORUS We are sowing the seeds of peace, peace in ourselves and with others; our seeds will take root, and blossom and grow to help heal this world we're all sharing. Tune is a traditional Irish folksong, "The Gypsy Laddie" Words © 1991, revised 1997 by Linda K. Williams Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

CAN'T YOU JUST PICTURE IT?---WORLD PEACE! CHORUS World peace...I'm singing about Peace for our planet! We need peace for all people! Yes, peace and justice for all! 1. Can't you just picture it?---World peace! Can't you just see it?---Peace for our planet! Can't you just imagine it?---Peace for all people! ---Yes, peace and justice for all! (CHORUS) 2. Yes, I can just picture it---World peace! I see it clearly in my mind---Peace for our planet! Let me tell you 'bout my picture of peace for all people! ---Yes, peace and justice for all! 3. I can see people hand in hand---World peace! People talking out their problems---Peace for our planet! Helping each other---Peace for all people! ---Yes, peace and justice for all! (CHORUS) 4. What's in your picture of world peace? How do you see peace for our planet? What's your vision look like of peace for all people? ---Yes, peace and justice for all! 5. (instrumental music/ humming on tape; singers add own lines) ______________________---World peace! _______________________---Peace for our planet! __________________________---Peace for all people! ---Yes, peace and justice for all! (Repeat verses 4 and 5 as desired for additional contributions from singers; eliciting ideas before singing is helpful.) CHORUS World peace...I'm singing about Peace for our planet! We need peace for all people! Yes, peace and justice for all, peace and justice for all, peace and justice for all! Words and Music Copyright 1989 by Linda Kay Williams Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

MY LITTLE APPLE TREE (A SONG OF HOPE) Words by Martin Luther English: Even if I knew that tomorrow the world were supposed to end, I would plant, anyway, my little apple tree today. German: Und wenn ich auch wüßte daß morgen die Welt unterginge, so würde ich doch heute mein Apfelbäumlein pflanzen. Repeat English: Even if I knew that tomorrow the world were supposed to end, I would plant, anyway, my little apple tree today. MUSIC: Copyright 1989 by Linda Kay Williams Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

LIVE IN PEACE (1) Live in peace, live in peace, let's live in peace! Live in peace, live in peace, let's live in peace! (2) We were meant to live in peace. We were meant to live in peace. We were meant to live in peace. We were meant to live in peace. (3) Let's celebrate our oneness; let's celebrate our oneness! Let's celebrate our oneness; let's celebrate our oneness! (4) Beat swords into plowshares; beat swords into plowshares! Beat swords into plowshares; beat swords into plowshares! (5) Let's love our enemies, love our enemies, love our enemies, love our enemies! (6) May we be instruments of justice and peace, may we be instruments of justice and peace! May we be instruments of justice and peace, may we be instruments of justice and peace! Text: Copyright 1992 by Linda K. Williams Music: Liberian folk song "Banuwa" Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

THE TIME FOR PEACE HAS COME 1 The time for peace has come, for healing at last. Let former foes find common ground, put time-worn hatred past! So many precious lives, forever stilled--- Now let all hearts and minds with harmony be now and always filled! We were meant to live in peace. 2 The time for peace has come, to open our eyes, and see our true kinship with all of humankind--- to celebrate all that which makes us one, and magnify the good which lies in each one’s heart; true vict’ry will then be won! We were meant to live in peace. 3 May strength and courage abundant be given to all who work for reason and understanding; may all heed the call to cherish each life, and live in sympathy, to plan for a bright future with confidence, for every race and creed. We were meant to live in peace. Lyrics copyright 1996 by Linda K. Williams Music by Johannes Brahms: "The White Dove" Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

OPEN HANDS, MINDS, and HEARTS 1 CHOOSE HOW TO FILL THE BLANKS Oh, I can't shake hands with a closed fist; * all kinds of people no, I can't shake hands with a closed fist! * everybody at __(school name) It takes an open hand, and an open mind, and an open heart * everybody in our... for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! family class 2 school Oh, I can't learn much with a closed mind; city no, I can't learn much with a closed mind! country It takes an open hand, and an open mind, and an open heart world for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 3 Oh, I can't love much with a closed heart; no, I can't love much with a closed heart! It takes an open hand, and an open mind, and an open heart for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 4 So I'll open up my hand and help peace grow, Yes, I'll open up my hand and help peace grow! It takes an open hand, and an open mind, and an open heart for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 5 And I'll open up my mind and help peace grow, Yes, I'll open up my mind and help peace grow! It takes an open hand, and an open mind, and an open heart for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 6 And I'll open up my heart and help peace grow, Yes, I'll open up my heart and help peace grow! It takes an open hand, and an open mind, and an open heart for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 7 Let's all open up our hands and help peace grow, Let's all open up our hands and help peace grow! It takes our open hands, and our open minds, and our open hearts for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 8 Let's all open up our minds and help peace grow, Let's all open up our minds and help peace grow! It takes our open hands, and our open minds, and our open hearts for *_______________________ to get along together in peace! 9 Let's all open up our hearts and help peace grow, Let's all open up our hearts and help peace grow! It takes our open hands, and our open minds, and our open hearts for *_______________________ to get along together in peace...let's get along in peace!! Words and Music © 1996 by Linda K. Williams INSPIRED BY A QUOTE BY INDIRA GANDHI: "You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist." Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

THINK GLOBALLY (1) There's a great big world out there; We've got to show that we care. (repeat) (2) So we'll think globally and act out our caring thoughts. (repeat, omitting the "So we'll" on the repetition) (3) No one can do everything, But each one can do something! (repeat) (4) Each one of us must do our part to help this world that we all share. (repeat) ZIPPER PORTION (A) What are you going to do to make our world a better place?(repeat) (B) I'm going to *___________________ to make our world a better place! (repeat) (C) That will surely help to make our world a better place! (repeat) PERFORMANCE SUGGESTIONS: * the “Zipper Portion” can be repeated as desired to include additional ideas from singers. Elicit possibilities ahead of time, and, if possible, have them written where singers can see them. * Each verse can be done 4 times through, in the following manner: 1st, sing with first melody on tape (perhaps with half of group) 2nd, repeat first melody in a call-and-response fashion, or with other half of group 3rd, sing with second melody on tape 4th, repeat with second melody * Numerous percussion instruments and/or body percussion would be very effective. I hear this with steel drums; Jamaican/ calypso beat. Words and Music © 1989 by Linda Kay Williams Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

FACE TO FACE, SIDE BY SIDE  CHORUS First face to face, now side by side, In peace we can abide, For together we'll stand, and we'll work hand in hand and we'll bring about the birth of a new day. First face to face, now side by side, Yes, in peace we must abide, So together we'll stand, and we'll work hand in hand and we'll bring about the birth of a new day. (1) And that new day will have a foundation of human rights, the whole world around; for true peace will only come when there's dignity and justice for each member of our human family. CHORUS (2) We've been on opposite sides for a while now, But we're finally waking up to the truth That our differences, many though they still may be, are far fewer than the common goals we share. CHORUS (3) Instead of fighting over what makes us different, We must fight together for our world; Land and air, and the seas, all the animals and trees--- they need our protection and care. CHORUS (with optional added ending, if desired:) Yes, we'll bring about the birth we'll bring about the birth we'll bring about the birth of a new day! Copyright 1989 by Linda K. Williams Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com

I Shall not Pass this Way Again Medley: Tune #1: "Amazing Grace, " Tune #2: "Deep and Wide" De Grellet's quote, slightly modified by L. K. Williams, (underlined syllables indicate where the four beats fall) I expect to pass through this world but once; therefore, any good thing I can do, or any kindness that I can show to any fellow creature, let me do it now. And let me not defer or neglect doing good and showing kindness, for I shall not pass this way again; let me do it now.

The Pledge of Nonviolence Song Tune #1 "Here we go 'Round the Mulberry Bush" I'll respect myself and others, too, Communicate better, Listen, and Forgive, Respect Nature, Play creatively, and Be courageous! (REPEAT SONG!) Free download PLUS GUITAR CHORDS: BetterWorld-Resources.com Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com PLEDGE OF NONVIOLENCE IS FROM: www.ipj-ppj.org The Institute for Peace and Justice (IPJ) is an independent, interfaith, not-for-profit organization that creates resources, provides learning experiences, and advocates publicly for alternatives to violence and injustice at the individual, family, community, institutional and global levels. credits from Double Blessing Songs, released October 24, 2013 license all rights reserved

FIGHT FOR HUMANITY Intro: Well, there's been a lot of suffering and pain caused by wars over the years. Now, don't you think this world would be a much better place if we fought together for the good of all? We could use all our energy and resources, too, to fight against the problems of our world. So, declare war on people? No, I've got a better plan; give a listen, then join on in. (1) Let's all declare war against hunger! Let's fight with all our might for food a-plenty for all. REFRAIN: Give us wisdom, not a gun, and let's fight till the war is won. Together let's work and fight for humanity. (2) Let's all declare war against poverty! Let's fight with all our might for abundance for all. REFRAIN (3) Let's all declare war against drug abuse! Let's fight with all our might for healthy bodies and minds. REFRAIN (4) Let's all declare war against ignorance! Let's fight with all our might for education for all. REFRAIN (5) Let's all declare war against injustice! Let's fight with all our might for rights and freedom for all. REFRAIN (6) Let's all declare war against prejudice! Let's fight with all our might for truth and dignity for all. REFRAIN (7) Let's all declare war against diseases! Let's fight with all our might for health and energy for all. REFRAIN (8) Let's all declare war against homelessness! Let's fight with all our might for homes and shelter for all. REFRAIN (9) Let's all declare war against war! (Yes, against war!) Let's fight with all our might for peace and safety for all. REFRAIN (END WITH:) Yes, together let's work and fight for humanity. IF DESIRED, HAVE SINGERS CREATE THEIR OWN VERSES: Let's all declare war against __________! Let's fight with all our might for ______________ for all. REFRAIN: Give us wisdom, not a gun, and let's fight till the war is won. Together let's work and fight for humanity. Words and Music © 1988 by Linda K. Williams Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com BetterWorld-Resources.com The Nonviolent Social Change ministry of On Earth Peace is rooted in the philosophy and leadership of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Much more than simply "not doing violence," nonviolence is an active, positive, reconciling force that seeks to build a hopeful future. Please contact Matt Guynn for more info: mguynn@onearthpeace.org

The Pledge of Nonviolence Song Tune #2 "London Bridge" I'll respect myself and others, too, Communicate better, Listen, and Forgive, Respect Nature, Play creatively, and Be courageous! (REPEAT SONG!) Free download PLUS GUITAR CHORDS: BetterWorld-Resources.com Linda.BetterWorld@gmail.com PLEDGE OF NONVIOLENCE IS FROM: www.ipj-ppj.org The Institute for Peace and Justice (IPJ) is an independent, interfaith, not-for-profit organization that creates resources, provides learning experiences, and advocates publicly for alternatives to violence and injustice at the individual, family, community, institutional and global levels. credits from Double Blessing Songs, released October 24, 2013 license all rights reserved

PLEASE NOTE: Although I believe these lyrics also sound great sung to the tune of "We Will Rock You," I'm not including a recording here, to avoid the complication of a copyrighted tune! QUESTION: What is the first thing we will say to the target of bullying? ANSWER: "Are you OK?" lyrics "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say, "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say, "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say, "Are you OK?" To show we care and want to help, we'll say, "Are you OK?" "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say. "Are you OK?"

PLEASE NOTE: Although I believe these lyrics also sound great sung to the tune of "We Will Rock You," I'm not including a recording here, to avoid the complication of a copyrighted tune! QUESTION: What is the first thing we will say to the target of bullying? ANSWER: "Are you OK?" lyrics "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say, "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say, "Are you OK?" is the first thing we will say, To show we care and want to help, we'll say, "Are you OK?" credits from ALLY ACTION: Moving the Climate Needle from Bystanders to Upstanders by Mick Rabin 1ST DRAFT 2​-​18​-​23 - ALL elements subject to change! ;​-​), released February 19, 2023 license all rights reserved