| FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
| 1 What is the purpose of The Peace Rug? |
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The purpose of The Peace Rug is to teach children a different way to resolve almost all conflicts and to communicate more effectively so that they can be better friends. |
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| 2 Who can use The Peace Rug? |
| The Peace Rug was originally invented for children from toddlers to teens but anyone who wants better relationships can use it. |
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| 3 What problems can The Peace Rug help solve? |
| Problems that occur in everyday life cause tension, stress, hurt feelings, anger, abuse, and sometimes violence. Children learn to communicate better. They learn to resolve conflicts when they occur. They learn how to be better friends and to have better relationships. Most especially, they learn to "find their voice" when someone is doing or saying something to them that hurts or makes them angry. |
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| 4 Is The Peace Rug just for the schoolroom? |
| No, The Peace Rug is not just for the schoolroom. Parents can use The Peace Rug with their children at home. There are now instructions for the home. Please click on Order Now at the top of the page to read more. |
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| 5 Where else can The Peace Rug be used? |
| The Peace Rug can be used on playgrounds, in daycare centers, in kindergartens, youth clubs, recreational centers - anywhere there are kids! |
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| 6 Does The Peace Rug take the place of counseling? |
| The Peace Rug is not meant to take the place of counseling. The Peace Rug is not meant to be used with anyone who is extremely angry or hostile nor with anyone who is under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other substance's. If you ever feel threatened physically, mentally or emotionally, get away from the other person. |
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| 7 What's in the kit? |
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The original kit consists of an instructional brochure and English/Spanish audio cassette tape plus a specially designed rug approximately 3' x 5' in size. Now there is a Complete Peace Rug Kit which contains the original kit plus edocuments including 2 Lesson Plans in English and the same 2 in Spanish. These lesson plans are one half-hour and can be taught to all classrooms in all grade levels.
Other edocuments include Pre and Post Test Surveys for both students and teachers as well as Role Play Suggestions for The Peace Rug. Read more about each item by clicking on the Order Now button at the top of the page. |
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| 8 Is it too big for my child to handle? |
| The Peace Rug is not too large for most children to handle since it is pliable and flexible and measures roughtly 3' x 5'. It can be rolled up when not in use or left out, as you wish. Small children may require some assistance. |
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| 9 Where can I buy one? |
Order Here to order on-line using a secure site with Pay Pal.
The Peace Rug Company, Inc. also accepts purchase orders from schools and other tax-exempt organizations either by fax or by mail. Purchase order must be accompanied by a copy of Sales Tax Exemption Certificate and tax-exempt ID number. If 5 or more Peace Rug kits are ordered, you may be eligible for a discount. Please call 1-888-732-2378 for more information.
You can also purchase The Peace Rug through carpet retailers - both online and in stores. Please ask for Shaw Rugs Product #3P021, Color 00600, under the Kathy Ireland Young Attitudes Printed Collection. You may also use the Shaw Retailer Finder. |
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| 10 Is it hard to learn the instructions? |
| No. The Instructions are very easy and only take 15 minutes to learn. There is language for both small and older children. Small children may need help to learn The Peace Rug Process initially. Audio instructions are in both English and Spanish. Once learned, it usually takes children only 2-3 minutes to work through a problem without a teacher or parent's intervention. |
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| 11 What if I am unable to sit on The Peace Rug? |
| If a child is unable or unwilling to sit on The Peace Rug, he may sit in a chair or stand on or around The Peace Rug - whatever is appropriate and comfortable for the situation. |
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| 12 What does The Peace Rug look like? |
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The Peace Rug is an actual rug which measures 39" x 56", made of 100% nylon, printed with a cloud design, and bound in blue tape. The actual rug may not appear in accurate colors on your monitor. |
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| 13 How do I clean The Peace Rug? |
| Regular vacuuming helps rugs retain their beauty and extends the life of the rug. Clean spills immediately: blot with a clean cloth; spot clean with a solution of clear dishwashing detergent (non-bleach) and water. Rinse with water and blot dry. Professional cleaning is recommended using the hot water extraction method. Do Not Dry Clean. Do Not Bleach. |
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| 14 What about fire safety? |
| This product is in compliance with the requirements set forth in 16 CFR part 1631 - Standard for the Surface Flammability of Small Carpets and Rugs (FF2-70), commonly known as the "pill test". |
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