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
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Cinco de Mayo for Kids: Yoga Poses for Kids
Cinco de Mayo (SINK-oh DAY MY-OH) is the biggest Mexican holiday in the United States. It is a special day to honor and celebrate the Mexican heritage and culture. The 5th of May (“Cinco de Mayo” in Spanish) was the day in 1862 when the Mexican army won an unlikely victory over … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo for Kids: Yoga Poses for Kids
St. Patrick’s Day for Kids: Books and Yoga Poses (Printable Poster)
Looking for fun activities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day for Kids? Why not read some children’s books and act out this world-renowned Irish holiday through yoga exercises for kids! See below for a list of our five favorite St. Patrick’s Day books that we found in our local … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day for Kids: Books and Yoga Poses (Printable Poster)
Fun and Easy Chair Yoga Ideas for Kids
Are you looking for easy chair yoga themes for your classroom or homeschool? I’ve put together a list of themes from our monthly chair yoga series to give you a starting point to introduce movement in the classroom in a fun, creative, and easy way. Each theme includes five … [Read more...] about Fun and Easy Chair Yoga Ideas for Kids
5 African Safari Animals Yoga Poses for Kids
“See you in Africa on a camel,” was what I wrote in my high school graduation book. I’ve wanted to visit Africa my whole life, and I desperately hope to one day take my husband and daughter on an African safari. In the meantime, I have to live vicariously through my friends … [Read more...] about 5 African Safari Animals Yoga Poses for Kids
How to Get Started with Yoga in the Classroom (Printable Poster)
When I asked a group of kindergarten teachers which challenges in the classroom kept them up at night, here’s what they said: Their bodies need to move, and they have a hard time sitting still. Their engines are running high, and they have a hard time settling down. … [Read more...] about How to Get Started with Yoga in the Classroom (Printable Poster)
A Pretend Galapagos Trip through Yoga Poses for Kids
Have you taken a Galapagos trip? As a kindergarten teacher, Desiree takes her students on pretend learning journeys to visit the seven continents. She asked if we had any yoga poses related to South America. My first thought was “Galapagos! Why haven’t we written about a pretend … [Read more...] about A Pretend Galapagos Trip through Yoga Poses for Kids
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
5 Breathing Exercises for Kids for Calm and Focus
I’m on a mission. I’m determined to help my daughter learn self-regulation skills to feel successful in her life. After years of struggle trying to figure out how to help us both manage our big emotions, we’re turning mainly to the simplest practice: our breath. We’re practicing … [Read more...] about 5 Breathing Exercises for Kids for Calm and Focus
5 Farm Yoga Poses Using a Chair (Printable Poster)
Welcome back to our chair yoga poses series! This month’s theme features farm yoga poses! These five farm animals-inspired yoga poses could be done: during a transition time in the classroom during a subject change in your homeschool classroom at home when you’re … [Read more...] about 5 Farm Yoga Poses Using a Chair (Printable Poster)
5 Woodland Forest Animals Yoga Poses Using a Chair (Printable Poster)
Welcome back to our chair yoga poses series! This month’s theme feature woodland forest animals! These five woodland forest animals-themed yoga poses could be done: during a transition time in the classroom during a subject change in your homeschool classroom at … [Read more...] about 5 Woodland Forest Animals Yoga Poses Using a Chair (Printable Poster)
5 Jungle Yoga Poses Using a Chair (Printable Poster)
Welcome back to our chair yoga ideas for kids series! This month’s theme includes jungle yoga poses! Integrating movement into the students’ learning experiences is so important, and I’m hoping this year-long series will help to bring yoga into your life in a fun, creative, … [Read more...] about 5 Jungle Yoga Poses Using a Chair (Printable Poster)
40 Kid-Friendly Chair Yoga Poses
Below is a list of basic chair yoga poses, which are ancient yoga poses that have been adapted to practice using a chair. These chair yoga poses could be used in your classroom, homeschool, or in a small space for transitions, movement breaks, or for introducing a new topic. The … [Read more...] about 40 Kid-Friendly Chair Yoga Poses
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
Seasonal Kids Yoga Lesson Plans
Yoga for kids is a great way to celebrate the various seasons throughout the year. Seasonal yoga gets children learning, moving, and having fun! The following kids yoga lesson plans are designed for children ages three to eight, but they could be adapted for younger or older … [Read more...] about Seasonal Kids Yoga Lesson Plans
