Bring the fun of camping to your home, studio, or classroom through imagination and movement - try these camping yoga poses for kids and read these recommended camping books for kids! We love camping! My family did loads of camping when we were kids, so it’s super exciting … [Read more...] about 25 Camping Yoga Pose Ideas for Kids (+ Printable Poster)
Search Results for: benefits
What is Heart Coherence? The Science Behind Mindfulness.
Today’s article has been graciously shared by Cassandra Troughton, a teacher’s assistant working in a special education classroom in Canada. Hello, everybody! My name is Cassandra. I am an educational assistant for a special needs class at Edmonton Public Schools, and I am … [Read more...] about What is Heart Coherence? The Science Behind Mindfulness.
Mindfulness in Preschool: Tips for Teaching Yoga to Children Virtually
Please welcome our guest writer today, Denise Shields, who is a preschool teacher from Virginia. When she had to close her preschool last year due to COVID restrictions, Denise brought her preschool program online to offer a virtual experience to young children. Today, she shares … [Read more...] about Mindfulness in Preschool: Tips for Teaching Yoga to Children Virtually
Phases of the Moon Yoga (+ Free Printable)
“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 (+ Free Printable)
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
5 Simple Remedies to Counter the Effects of Excess Screen Time Due to Distance Learning
Please meet Jenn Aubert, my dear friend whom I consider an expert in all things health-related. I asked her recently if she had any suggestions for screen fatigue. My daughter has been complaining of headaches and tummy aches since remote learning started a few weeks back. Jenn … [Read more...] about 5 Simple Remedies to Counter the Effects of Excess Screen Time Due to Distance Learning
Sports for Kids: Yoga Poses that Mimic Popular Youth Sports
It feels like we’re the only family who doesn’t do the early Saturday morning soccer practice! It’s a “thing” in our town, and apparently, all the parents show up on cool fall mornings with their coffees and lawn chairs to watch their kiddos run around the field. And if they … [Read more...] about Sports for Kids: Yoga Poses that Mimic Popular Youth Sports
Managing Emotions: Children’s Books by Julia Cook
Due to our current world situation, we’re finding that many children are: having too much screen timegetting too little playtime outdoorsnot engaging in enough social interactionmissing their school lifenot moving their bodies enough As a result, we are hearing from our … [Read more...] about Managing Emotions: Children’s Books by Julia Cook
3 Ways to Settle the Mind and Find Calm [Videos]
Imagine a time when children could be comfortable with themselves–lost in daydreaming, watching the clouds float by, and playing in a world of make-believe? I’ve been having dreams of this happening, hopefully this summer. It’s been an incredibly busy, frenetic three … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Settle the Mind and Find Calm [Videos]
3 Steps to Creating an Exercise Routine that Sticks
We have the best intentions to exercise each day, but why is it that sometimes it just doesn’t happen? We’re motivated, and we know the benefits of getting our heart rate up, but the day seems to slip away. Does this sound like you? Truly, you’re not alone. For us, it’s … [Read more...] about 3 Steps to Creating an Exercise Routine that Sticks
5 Sloth Yoga Poses for Kids to Savor Slowing Down
What makes sloths so intriguing? Do you think it’s their cuddly nature? Or their cute faces? Or just the fact that we’re jealous they’re experts at lazing around? Whatever it is, sloths are such interesting animals! We know that sloths: live in the … [Read more...] about 5 Sloth Yoga Poses for Kids to Savor Slowing Down
Fairy Yoga (+ Printable Poster)
Who doesn’t love fairies! Watching my daughter enter the magical world of pretend play has been so cool. She loves dressing up as fairies and princesses. During a recent nature walk, we pretended to be walking through a fairy forest and going on fairy adventures. We also found … [Read more...] about Fairy Yoga (+ Printable Poster)
Holiday Yoga Lesson Plans for Kids
Yoga for kids is a great way to celebrate the various holidays throughout the year. Holiday yoga gets children learning, moving, and having fun! The following lesson plans are designed for children ages three to eight, but they could be adapted for younger or older … [Read more...] about Holiday Yoga Lesson Plans for Kids
Autism Books and Yoga Poses for Kids
My daughter’s teacher recently sent home a list of books on autism. One child in her grade has autism, and the classes are working together to build tolerance and awareness to this developmental disorder. I worked with children with autism a few times during my years as a … [Read more...] about Autism Books and Yoga Poses for Kids
Kids Yoga Stories 2018 Year in Review
Thank you so much for being a part of our vibrant, passionate community of kids yoga enthusiasts this year! We’re incredibly grateful for you reading our weekly Kids Yoga Stories newsletter and purchasing our products. Mia’s Mountain Hike, Sally’s Visit to the Farm, Justine … [Read more...] about Kids Yoga Stories 2018 Year in Review