Why use yoga themes in your children’s yoga classes? I saw this question in a kids yoga online forum and thought it was a great question. You’ll find loads of yoga theme ideas on our website (for ages 2 to 8), and I take using themes for granted because that’s how I was taught … [Read more...] about 85 Fun and Engaging Yoga Themes for Kids (+ Printable Poster)
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The Ultimate Kids Yoga Planner 2019
Welcome to your Kids Yoga Stories Yearly Planner for 2019! This kids yoga planner 2019 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 The Ultimate Kids Yoga Planner 2019
Mermaid Yoga for Kids
My daughter and I spend most of the summer at the local pool. Many times, friends say, “She’s a little mermaid!” as she dives for toys at the bottom of the pool. Up and down she goes, with her long hair trailing behind her. To foster her passion, we borrowed mermaid books from … [Read more...] about Mermaid Yoga for Kids
Transportation Activities for Kids Yoga (+ Printable Poster)
It feels like my daughter and I have literally circled the globe over the past year. We have visited family in Canada, England, Australia, and Mexico. In addition to planes, trains, and automobiles, we’ve traveled on buses, boats, and taxis! Let me introduce transportation … [Read more...] about Transportation Activities for Kids Yoga (+ Printable Poster)
The Ultimate Kids Yoga Planner 2018
Welcome to your Kids Yoga Stories Yearly Planner for 2018! This kids yoga planner 2018 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 The Ultimate Kids Yoga Planner 2018
St. Patrick’s Day Yoga
I love St. Patrick’s Day! Don’t you? I have fond memories of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th) with family and friends around the world. The shades of green and joyous attitudes on this special celebration are hard to beat. It’s also a fun holiday to … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Yoga
New Year Yoga
I am excited to introduce you to our guest writer, Shelley Arthur, of Radiant Child Yoga and co-author of Holiday Yoga: Celebrating History and Holidays throughout the Year. Today Shelley shares with us her New Year Yoga lesson plan. Yoga for kids is a fun and active way to … [Read more...] about New Year Yoga
Rainforest Yoga
Everyone loves studying rainforests! Take your children on an imaginary journey to Costa Rica to learn about toucans, monkeys, and jaguars. Play rainforest music and encourage them to use their senses to bring the rainforest alive at home, in your classroom, or in your studio. … [Read more...] about Rainforest Yoga
Kids Yoga Ideas Using Children’s Books
Are you looking for easy kids yoga ideas to act out your favorite children’s books? Adding movement to your reading experience has many positive benefits, including: Building fluency and comprehension Encouraging positive interactions Increasing body awareness … [Read more...] about Kids Yoga Ideas Using Children’s Books
Multicultural Books: A Read Around the World Series
I'm excited to participate in this year's Read Around the World Summer Reading Series from Multicultural Kid Blogs. This summer, bloggers from all over the world share their recommendations for great multicultural books that appeal to the entire family. Visit the series main … [Read more...] about Multicultural Books: A Read Around the World Series
Ocean Yoga and Books by Giles Andreae (+ Printable Poster)
We love books by Giles Andreae! Today we're learning about ocean animals through ocean yoga poses inspired by his book, Commotion in the Ocean. I only wish that I had discovered his work while I was still a teacher. Books by Giles Andreae are perfect for units of study on the … [Read more...] about Ocean Yoga and Books by Giles Andreae (+ Printable Poster)
28 Fun and Healthy Activities for Summer
Our motto at Kids Yoga Stories is “moving, learning, and having fun.” This is especially important during the summer months, considering research shows the impact of summer months on learning loss and weight gain. As a former teacher and now as a mom, I also know how important … [Read more...] about 28 Fun and Healthy Activities for Summer
NEW Island Adventure Yoga Story
At the end of the post, enter the yoga story contest via the Rafflecopter online giveaway tool. Also, check out the links to eighty other giveaways as part of Children's Book Week Kid Lit Giveaway Hop 2014. I love Bali. I love the friendly people, breathtaking countryside, … [Read more...] about NEW Island Adventure Yoga Story
Spring Yoga Story
Last week, my daughter and I went to a nature class at the local wild refuge to learn about spring. The children: made finger-painted caterpillars listened to spring-themed stories, and went outside to look for the signs of spring. Combining art, nature, and … [Read more...] about Spring Yoga Story