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Summer Yoga Ideas for Kids (+ Printable Poster)

Giselle · July 4, 2022 ·

Summer Yoga Ideas | Kids Yoga Stories

As my daughter’s school year comes to a close, I find myself thinking of ways to integrate yoga into our summer days together. I aim to create yoga as a lifestyle for our family. Embracing all the facets of the yoga philosophy is important to me: including sitting silently, … [Read more...] about Summer Yoga Ideas for Kids (+ Printable Poster)

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Celebrate Canada Day with Kids Yoga

Giselle · June 27, 2022 ·

Canada Day Yoga | Kids Yoga Stories

Oh, Canada! Though I left my birthplace of Canada over twenty years ago, the country is still my home.  I miss the British Columbian forests, animals, camping, culture, and hiking. To ensure that our daughter grows up knowing about her heritage, we have lots of … [Read more...] about Celebrate Canada Day with Kids Yoga

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Family Yoga in Outer Space Lesson Plan

Giselle · April 26, 2021 ·

Family Yoga in Outer Space Lesson Plan | Kids Yoga Stories

We hear lots of requests for family yoga ideas, so we are excited to share this Family Yoga Outer Space lesson plan with you. Robyn Snow is a kids yoga teacher and owner of Glow Yoga Kids from Edmonton, Alberta, … [Read more...] about Family Yoga in Outer Space Lesson Plan

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5 Parent Child Yoga Poses to Build Connections and Have Fun

Giselle · February 22, 2021 ·

parent-child-partner-yoga-poses, Adult-child yoga postures | Kids Yoga Stories

With remote learning and stay-at-home orders, there is a lot more mom-daughter time right now than ever before! So we’re always looking for different ways to connect, bond, and move our bodies. Along with our YouTube fitness classes, parent child partner yoga poses have become a … [Read more...] about 5 Parent Child Yoga Poses to Build Connections and Have Fun

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Yoga Bingo: Where do you practice yoga? (+ Printable Poster)

Giselle · February 18, 2019 ·

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I’m passionate about integrating yoga into our family life—I think everyone knows this. I’m always thinking of ways to have our whole family involved in experiencing the practice of yoga and mindfulness throughout the day, in different contexts. So that’s why I’m excited to … [Read more...] about Yoga Bingo: Where do you practice yoga? (+ Printable Poster)

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3 Family Yoga Retreats to Strengthen the Bond with Your Children

Giselle · March 13, 2017 ·

Family Yoga Retreat Ideas to France, Portugal, and India by BookYogaRetreats.com | Kids Yoga Stories

Looking to bring together your passion for yoga and travel? Why not try a family yoga retreat! I asked BookYogaRetreats.com to share their three most popular family yoga retreat destinations for your inspiration. Read below for family yoga retreats to France, Portugal, and … [Read more...] about 3 Family Yoga Retreats to Strengthen the Bond with Your Children

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SMART Goals: August & September, 2014

Giselle · September 10, 2014 ·

SMART Goals for August and September, 2014 focusing on health, happiness, and passion: on Kids Yoga Stories

Is summer really over? But it’s still warm here in New England! We had a fabulous August, with all of our family visiting from Canada. They even humored me with a photo shoot on the beach in various yoga poses (see picture below). So cute! Now for September, when it’s time to … [Read more...] about SMART Goals: August & September, 2014

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Best of 2013: Benefits of Yoga

Giselle · January 11, 2014 ·

As you know, yoga is more than practicing a Downward-Facing Dog Pose at your local yoga studio.  It is an ancient philosophy that includes breathing techniques, relaxation, character education, mindfulness, and physical postures. The most popular question that readers ask is why … [Read more...] about Best of 2013: Benefits of Yoga

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A trip to Bali, “Island of the Gods”

Giselle · May 25, 2013 ·

This post is part of our "Bali" focus of the month at Kids Yoga Stories.  Each month, we alternate between a country and a yoga principle (yama/niyama).  I'm honored to introduce you to Katy Paterson, who is a travel and lifestyle writer currently living in Singapore with her … [Read more...] about A trip to Bali, “Island of the Gods”

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Why Do You Love Teaching Yoga to Children?

Giselle · May 1, 2013 ·

This “passion” post is part of our monthly theme at Kids Yoga Stories.  I have been reflecting on the love of teaching yoga to children. Our family is creating a yoga practice together, making it up as we go along.  At home.  In the park.  At the airport.  Wherever we go, there's … [Read more...] about Why Do You Love Teaching Yoga to Children?

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Farm Kids Yoga

Giselle · April 24, 2013 ·

Farm Kids Yoga ideas | Kids Yoga Stories

“Moo, moo.  Bow, wow.” Our daughter loves animals. Who knows if it started with our family’s love of Sandra Boynton’s Moo, Baa, La, La, La.  But she’s hooked.  She also loves yoga. So, when it’s time to play, it seems only natural that we would bring the farm into our living … [Read more...] about Farm Kids Yoga

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Zoo Yoga

Giselle · January 30, 2013 ·

Kim and Amanda, two teachers/moms,  from The Educators' Spin On It asked me to write an article about how to incorporate yoga into our daily lives.  As busy parents, we look to spend quality time with our children that involves something fun, active, and … [Read more...] about Zoo Yoga

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Jungle Yoga Book Ideas

Giselle · August 19, 2012 ·

20 ways to jazz up your kids yoga jungle journey | Kids Yoga Stories

Sophia’s Jungle Adventure was based on my own travels to Costa Rica. I spent a day hiking to the waterfalls near Volcano Arenal. In the jungle yoga story, Sophia and her family act out what they see and hear on their own hike. As they follow along with Sophia, readers fly like a … [Read more...] about Jungle Yoga Book Ideas

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