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 hoping this year-long series will help to bring yoga into […]
“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 adventure trip down south. As we […]
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 share our passion for camping (aka […]
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 speak the […]
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 books, stuffed animals, figurines, and puzzles. With Canada Day coming […]
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 husband and three trilingual children. Inspired by Giselle’s Kids […]
Are you looking for easy kids yoga themes? 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 simplicity. There are tons of ways to integrate yoga, but adults with limited time (and that’s just about everyone these days) are […]
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, positive affirmations, and service to others. Kids yoga is a lot like yoga for adults, […]
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 insights on ways to ease the stress […]
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 Mega-Giveaway Finale. As a parent and former […]
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 students’ behavior, physical health, academic performance, and attitudes toward themselves.” […]
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 Canadians sending the Royal Baby […]
I have been dreaming of traveling to Mexico since we went to the Mexican Riviera a couple of years ago. We love the warm weather, friendly people, interesting history, beautiful beaches, intriguing wildlife, and quaint towns. It’s a place to visit time and time again. We hope to take our daughter to Mexico one day, […]
Kids Yoga Stories is a proud sponsor of the Virtual Book Club Summer Camp hosted by Toddler Approved, Rainy Day Mum, and The Educators’ Spin On It. Check out their websites for information on their five week program, including suggested thematic books and activities. This week is FOREST week. Join us for forest animals for […]
Children’s Yoga Books Contest Giveaway by ChildLight Yoga and Kids Yoga Stories Enter contest at bottom of the post via the Rafflecopter online giveaway tool. As a parent and former teacher, it is a pleasure to introduce you to Lisa Flynn’s new book, Yoga for Children. I love practical, inspiring, research-based, and user-friendly books that […]