Today’s article has been graciously written by Cassandra Troughton, a teacher’s assistant working in a special education classroom in Canada. As we approach Thanksgiving here in the United States, we use this as a reminder of the importance of gratitude. But of course, gratitude … [Read more...] about That Gratitude Attitude: 5 Fun and Easy Daily Gratitude Activities for Kids
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Embrace the Teachings of Indigenous Peoples through Movement and Affirmations
Please welcome our guest writer today, Deirdre Drombolis, who works in Northern Canada in several First Nations schools. I had the pleasure of meeting Deirdre in our School Yoga Bootcamp this past summer. Together, we have been working on creating some Seven Grandfather Teachings … [Read more...] about Embrace the Teachings of Indigenous Peoples through Movement and Affirmations
5 Yoga Poses for Grateful Kids
“The attitude of gratitude is the highest way of living, and is the biggest truth, the highest truth. You cannot live with applied consciousness until you understand that you have to be grateful for what you have. If you are grateful for what you have, then Mother Nature will … [Read more...] about 5 Yoga Poses for Grateful Kids
New Yoga Book Polly’s Perfect Pet awarded a Family Choice Award [Press Release]
Kids Yoga Stories Celebrates Yoga Book “Polly’s Perfect Pet” Winning a Prestigious Family Choice Award October 25, 2021 Kids Yoga Stories is a Boston-based company working to encourage kids to explore yoga in a fun and carefree way, through a series of kids yoga books and … [Read more...] about New Yoga Book Polly’s Perfect Pet awarded a Family Choice Award [Press Release]
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
Halloween Yoga: Act Out Orange-and-Black Creatures
Are you looking for another Halloween yoga activity that’s educational and non-spooky?! If you have tried our other Halloween yoga ideas, but you are looking for something fresh and new, how about a Halloween yoga lesson inspired by creatures that are orange and black! There … [Read more...] about Halloween Yoga: Act Out Orange-and-Black Creatures
Halloween Preschool Yoga: Learn Life Cycle of a Pumpkin through Movement
Halloween is such a fun time of year for little ones—all the costumes, family get-togethers, treats, and celebrations! But the weather also changes, and sometimes it’s hard to get outside to get ample exercise and fresh air. If you’re looking for a fun and active … [Read more...] about Halloween Preschool Yoga: Learn Life Cycle of a Pumpkin through Movement
Halloween Yoga Class Ideas: 5 Chair Poses
How can you celebrate Halloween in your classroom through movement? Try Halloween Chair Yoga! When my daughter started kindergarten, I was reminded of my teaching days when I was always looking for fun, thematic learning activities that involved movement. And with Halloween … [Read more...] about Halloween Yoga Class Ideas: 5 Chair Poses
10 Halloween Yoga Poses for Kids (+ Free Printable Poster)
It's Halloween time! We have been to the apple picking farm, pumpkin patch, and local fall festival. My daughter has been loving the pony rides and train rides. We even took a tour around a small village to look for decorated pumpkin people. Our book display is full of … [Read more...] about 10 Halloween Yoga Poses for Kids (+ Free Printable Poster)
Yoga for Anger: Calm Anger with 5 Yoga Poses for Kids (Printable Poster)
Below is an excerpt from a post titled "5 Simple Ways to help Children Calm Angry Feelings with Yoga" that I wrote for Lemon Lime Adventures, a popular parenting resource created by a former teacher and parent to a child with sensory processing challenges. Follow the link below … [Read more...] about Yoga for Anger: Calm Anger with 5 Yoga Poses for Kids (Printable Poster)
Ninja Yoga Poses for Strength, Focus and Calm
A few months back, Kati told us a story about how her five-year-old son naturally gravitates to her when she’s practicing yoga. He climbs on her in different poses, and then they invent new names for the partner poses. As much as she loves her boys creating games around her … [Read more...] about Ninja Yoga Poses for Strength, Focus and Calm
Baby Animals Yoga for Animal Lovers!
Baby animals are so incredibly cute, right! We just recently bought a digital photo frame, and looking back over the years, there is one thing in common with the photos of my daughter. She is often holding baby animals—whether it’s a piglet, chick, kitten, or puppy. She loves … [Read more...] about Baby Animals Yoga for Animal Lovers!
10 Autumn Yoga Poses for Kids (+ Printable Poster)
Back to School in the northern hemisphere means welcoming the signs of fall. The days are getting shorter, the leaves are changing colors, and we all get ready for colder weather. Yoga poses were first created thousands of years ago by modeling the natural … [Read more...] about 10 Autumn Yoga Poses for Kids (+ Printable Poster)
DIY Yoga Games for Transition Times
As we settle into months of home learning, I thought it would be fun to share a few DIY yoga games that you could make at home or with your students via video. Parents often ask how to add physical activities that are creative and get the wiggles out, especially during … [Read more...] about DIY Yoga Games for Transition Times
