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  Advice given by sevenworld 

  03.11.08 | 07:23 PM

  Great advice! I was thinking of something similar a few days ago, where we find a local book already written then impliment it but then I thought that the opposing side might feel that it is written to futher their cause. But this idea of creating blazes a new path. Maybe even a contest with certain guildlines, i.e. non religious based, teaches a principle that breaks down conflict without relating who is right and wrong, creates an even playing field, maybe even shows pictures of two opposing groups working together, playing sports together, or building something together.
  
  I agree certain endorsements could have an adverse effect on the main goal of this cause. We'll have to be careful with this issue.
  
  I often picture the first book arriving and being read for the first time.

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  Advice given by bhurd 

  03.11.08 | 06:45 PM

  What about having a well known person from the area where the books are to be distributed write the book and a local artists do the illustrations. I think this would be more work, but I think this could be more effective. I agree with making this an international project you need to stike a cord with each culture so that movement can really take place. Fame seems to always attract attention, you just need to be selective on the individual who endorses the book. I think the message of tolerance and unity can be expressed a lot of ways, the real question is how the movement takes place. The idea of children's books would obveously focus on the children, a really good place to start. I think this is wonderful idea and you're on to something.

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  Advice given by sevenworld 

  03.09.08 | 10:23 PM

  Good advice, the culture, customs, and beliefs of each place will all have to be taken into consideration. Each country, villiage and family would have the right to decide if each book was right for them. Although The Sneetches would be one of the main books to focus on...I would consider other books that teach a similar messages that teach toleration for one anothers differences. It will be important to form an international board that will help unite this cause to other charities throughout the world.

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  Advice given by betsy083 

  03.09.08 | 03:25 PM

  I have run this idea past a couple of relatives- and the feedback I got from them is just to be careful about the books that are picked. Something that one parent might read to teach a certain message to their child- another parent might not read to their child. I think this is an amazing idea and just full of potential! Keep up the good work!

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  Advice given by betsy083 

  03.09.08 | 03:16 PM

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  Advice given by reddog 

  03.03.08 | 10:32 PM

  Sourcing will be key for new and used books from many publishing companies and Multi-National corporations. If you can get books donated and/or at reduced rates from multiple avenues then you will have more funds for distribution, logistics, and publicity. I like the idea of donated used books--possibly out-dated that can be translated into many languages...Good Luck!

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  Advice given by PatronOfTheArts 

  08.04.08 | 06:21 PM

  Have you checked out NetworkforGood.org or GuideStar.org or Change.org? They might be able to help you.

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