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Spirit and Materialism
Our first quarterly issue, explores the apparent conflict between our materialistic culture and our deepest values. You can sample two articles online. To read all the pieces, order a copy. To get future issues, subscribe!

bullet The Big Question: Is it possible to live a spiritual life in a materialistic culture?

bullet An Awesome Moment: Sharing a moment of connection beyond ourselves


Browse the Table of Contents below to see what else the current issue offers.

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Message from the Editor

Letters from our Readers

Features

Buy it!! A Kids Guide to Advertising How many ads do you see each day? by Catherine Hochman

I'm not bored A very scheduled teen discovers the one thing missing from her schedule. by Rebecca Brudner

How Far Has Your Food Traveled? Have you ever stopped to think about how far your food has traveled to get to your table? by Elizabeth Berg

In Search of Happiness What is the ultimate jewel, and where do we find it? by Lama Surya Das

In Each Issue

Spirit Exchange: exposure to a different tradition: "Enlighten," a board game for spiritual seekers by Christa Reynolds

Parents: support our magazine!

Kevin Murphy is 14 years old and lives in New York City. He enjoys traveling and has recently gone to both Ecuador and Ireland, where he discovered more about his ancestry. He also enjoys music and plays the violin.

The Big Question, an idea central to our theme: Is it possible to live a spiritual life in a materialistic culture? by Kevin Murphy Read it online!
Americans Want More of What Matters by Elizabeth Alexion

Listen Up! Our readers weigh in on media, branding and advertising.

Growing Values, an exploration of what matters to you and your peers: The Role of Appearance by Susan Yassky

Susan Yassky is 14 years old and lives with her family in New York. She enjoys playing tennis, writing fiction and contemplating the greats.

Awesome Moments: A chance to share your experiences of connection: by Anna Freedman and Susan Yassky Read an Awesome Moment online

Great Spirits of the Planet: Spotlighting people who care: Profile of the Penny Harvest by Emily Goldberg

Media rated for KidSpirit readers by kids: Tyler Wojak and Anna Thin offer their perspectives.

Goof Corner: Word searches, cartoons, crossword puzzles

Poetry by Anya Dunaif, Anna Freedman and Catherine Hochman

PerSpectives: A final note on our theme by a spiritual elder: Spirit and Materialism, by Lama Surya Das

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