What’s your Chinese Zodiac sign? 2021 is the Year of the Ox! A few years ago, our neighbor, who is from Hong Kong, introduced us to Chinese New Year for kids. She brought in oranges and other Chinese treats, we read Chinese books, and we created some Chinese New Year … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year for Kids: Books and Yoga Poses for Kids
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Australia for Kids: Learn about Australia through Yoga Poses for Kids
(Reprinted. Original post dated January 2020.) Australia Day is coming up, and we’re busy preparing for our local Australia Day party! We’re teaming up with a few other Australian families who are also living here in New England and celebrating an expat Aussie Day. We’ll be … [Read more...] about Australia for Kids: Learn about Australia through Yoga Poses for Kids
5 Breathing Exercises for Kids for Calm and Focus (+ Free Poster)
I’m on a mission. I’m determined to help my daughter learn self-regulation skills to feel successful in her life. After years of struggle trying to figure out how to help us both manage our big emotions, we’re turning mainly to the simplest practice: our breath. We’re practicing … [Read more...] about 5 Breathing Exercises for Kids for Calm and Focus (+ Free Poster)
5 Positive Affirmations + 5 Yoga Poses for the New Year
Transitions can be hard for children. Starting a fresh new year can be one of those times that are challenging for some kids. Some children have been away visiting family, some have had very active or very lazy holidays, and even others have traveled to faraway places over the … [Read more...] about 5 Positive Affirmations + 5 Yoga Poses for the New Year
5 Christmas Yoga Poses for Kids (+ Printable Poster)
The holiday festive season is almost here! And it's time to introduce Christmas yoga! While the holiday season is super exciting, it can also mean stress and anxiety for both adults and children. This time of year often gets our minds racing with all the things on our to-do … [Read more...] about 5 Christmas Yoga Poses for Kids (+ Printable Poster)
5 Hanukkah Yoga Poses for Kids
Since moving to the Boston area, we’ve made many new friends who are Jewish, and my daughter’s school honors Jewish holidays. So I felt it was long overdue that we finally learned more about one of the special Jewish holidays this time of the year. And what better way to learn … [Read more...] about 5 Hanukkah Yoga Poses for Kids
Keep Calm: 3 Things I Learned from Raising Chickens
Many of our friends got cats and dogs during the quarantine, but we decided to add chickens to our family! My husband has bad allergies, and I grew up with chickens, so it seemed like a perfect fit for our family. By the way, I wrote a yoga book about this, Polly’s Perfect … [Read more...] about Keep Calm: 3 Things I Learned from Raising Chickens
Kids Yoga Stories Yearly Planner for 2021!
Welcome to your Kids Yoga Stories Yearly Planner for 2021! This kids yoga planner 2021 is for primary school teachers, kids yoga teachers, parents, caregivers, health practitioners, and recreation staff looking for fun, simple ways to add yoga to their curriculum, classes, or … [Read more...] about Kids Yoga Stories Yearly Planner for 2021!
Phases of the Moon Yoga
“Oh, look, it’s the new moon,” said my dad. “It’s not new. I’ve seen it before,” replied my niece. This was a sweet interaction my dad had with my niece when she was a toddler, years ago—and such a lovely reminder of the innocence of young children when they experience … [Read more...] about Phases of the Moon Yoga
10 Mindfulness Books for Kids to Easily Add to Your Curriculum
Have you been wanting to integrate mindfulness into your curriculum, but just don’t know how or don’t have time? Today, I would love to share with you ten mindfulness books for kids that encourage readers to think about why it’s important to live in the present moment and how … [Read more...] about 10 Mindfulness Books for Kids to Easily Add to Your Curriculum
Nocturnal Animals Yoga (+ Printable Poster)
Moving from the city to the suburbs was a huge lifestyle change for our family. We left the constant buzz of the city to live in a house surrounded by a peaceful forest. My daughter noticed right away how quiet the nights were living outside the big city. She also became … [Read more...] about Nocturnal Animals Yoga (+ Printable Poster)
8 Thanksgiving Yoga Poses: Giving Thanks to Nature (+ Printable Poster)
It is almost Thanksgiving here in the United States! Thanksgiving is generally a time for getting together with family and friends to share meals and play games. It can be a busy time of the year with lots of planning and cooking. Another great way to celebrate … [Read more...] about 8 Thanksgiving Yoga Poses: Giving Thanks to Nature (+ Printable Poster)
Diwali for Kids: Yoga Poses to celebrate the Festival of Lights
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is celebrated in India in late fall. For five days, people from around the world join in celebrating the Hindu New Year. This year, Diwali will be celebrated from November 3rd to 8th in India, but around the world, it will most likely be celebrated … [Read more...] about Diwali for Kids: Yoga Poses to celebrate the Festival of Lights
Quick Activity To Get Into Balance: Peace-Love Meditation
Just a quick note today for anyone who could use a little boost—because wowzers, what challenging times right now! Here’s a little meditation that might help you get through the day with a little more ease and grace: Peace-Love Meditation Get into a comfortable seat and … [Read more...] about Quick Activity To Get Into Balance: Peace-Love Meditation
What To Do When You’re In Survival Mode
This is a message for all of you who feel like you’re barely surviving right now. I’m right with you. For those who are thriving, I bow to you and honor where you’re at, but I’m finally admitting to myself that I’m just not there right now. Whether you’re dealing with … [Read more...] about What To Do When You’re In Survival Mode
