Pets + yoga = a winning combo, right? For beginners to yoga, why not make their first yoga experiences fun and easy by acting out their favorite pets through yoga poses? Pet yoga! Yoga postures were invented thousands of years ago by yogis mimicking the flora and fauna in … [Read more...] about Have Fun with these 5 Pet Yoga Poses for Kids
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5 Zoo Yoga Poses for Kids (Printable Poster)
It’s no secret that young children love animals. And my daughter is no exception. My husband and I have been taking her to visit the zoo since she was only a couple of months old. Over time, she learned to act out the animals through zoo yoga poses for kids before she could … [Read more...] about 5 Zoo Yoga Poses for Kids (Printable Poster)
25 Camping Yoga Pose Ideas for Kids (Printable Poster)
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 to … [Read more...] about 25 Camping Yoga Pose Ideas for Kids (Printable Poster)
Australia for Kids: Learn about Australia through Yoga Poses for Kids
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 having shrimp, sausages, and meat pies. It’s … [Read more...] about Australia for Kids: Learn about Australia through Yoga Poses for Kids
Monthly Kids Yoga Themes
Are you looking for easy kids yoga themes? Enter the Monthly Kids Yoga Themes Giveaway via the link near the bottom of this post. One of the challenges readers have shared over the years is how to add yoga into their curriculum, classes, or home life with ease and … [Read more...] about Monthly Kids Yoga Themes
5 Garden Yoga Poses Using a Chair
Welcome to our chair yoga ideas for kids series - this month we feature five garden yoga poses! With my daughter in kindergarten, I am reminded again about being a primary school teacher and the importance of integrating movement into the students’ learning experiences. I’m … [Read more...] about 5 Garden Yoga Poses Using a Chair
6 Antarctic Animals Yoga Poses for Kids
“Penguins, seals, and whales” was the response when I asked our Australian friend about which animals he saw on his recent trip to Antarctica. My husband has always talked about going to Antarctica, so he was very envious when we found out his best buddy had taken a month-long … [Read more...] about 6 Antarctic Animals Yoga Poses for Kids
Celebrate Canada Day with Kids Yoga
Oh, Canada! Though I left my birthplace of Canada fifteen 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 Canadian-themed … [Read more...] about Celebrate Canada Day with Kids Yoga
What Yoga with Children Really Looks Like at Home
I'm excited to introduce our guest writer, Olga Mecking, who writes about her experience practicing yoga with her children. She shares what it really looks like when you practice yoga at home with your children. Olga is a Polish woman living in the Netherlands with her German … [Read more...] about What Yoga with Children Really Looks Like at Home
Best of 2014: Yoga Poses for Kids
Yoga literally means “union” in Sanskrit. Originating in India, yoga is the union of mind, body, and spirit. People around the world practice it for relaxation and health. It’s a lifestyle that combines physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation, character education, … [Read more...] about Best of 2014: Yoga Poses for Kids
6 Ways to Ease Stress of School Transition
I'm honored to present our guest writer, Katie Manitsas, who is my teacher, mentor and dear friend. She was the Director of Jivamukti Yoga Sydney and is a mom to three gorgeous boys. Katie also wrote the Foreword for Anna and her Rainbow-Colored Yoga Mats. She shares her … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Ease Stress of School Transition
Kids Yoga Book Review and Giveaway
Introducing the Kids Yoga Book Review and Giveaway by Kids Yoga Stories and ChildLight Yoga At the end of the post, enter the contest via the Rafflecopter online giveaway tool. This is week #10 in our 10-Week Kids Yoga Resources Reviews and Giveaways. Join us next week for the … [Read more...] about Kids Yoga Book Review and Giveaway
Creative Kids Yoga Book Review and Giveaway
Introducing the Creative Yoga for Children Book Review and Giveaway by Kids Yoga Stories Enter contest at bottom of the post via the Rafflecopter online giveaway tool. This is week #5 in our 10-Week Kids Yoga Resources Reviews and Giveaways. "Studies show that yoga improves … [Read more...] about Creative Kids Yoga Book Review and Giveaway
England Yoga for Kids
My London-born parents were just visiting for a couple of weeks. My mom kept us updated with the news of the Royal Baby. Even though she left her birthplace forty years ago, she still has a deep connection to the British culture. Then, she sent me this article about the … [Read more...] about England Yoga for Kids
A trip to Bali, “Island of the Gods”
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”
