Born in 1875 in Germany, Schweitzer studied music, science and religion. He won the Nobel Peace Prize and is probably best remembered for bringing modern health care to Africa in the early 1900s. Here are two quotes from Schweitzer to think about and discuss with the children. How can these quotes inspire you to act?

“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”

“Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate.”

– Albert Schweitzer