yoga

An introduction to basic yoga poses for young children.

Storyteller and yoga instructor Sydney Solis presents the English folktale "The Peddler's Dream" using stick puppets, songs, and yoga poses that re-enact the story. Accompanying characters aid Solis in incorporating geography, poetry, Spanish, and philosophy into the story.

"...The true, poignant story of one woman's spiritual journey as she recovers from anorexia, eases the emotional pain of her hunger through yoga and Buddhism, and finally becomes full..."--Provided by publisher.

Lyla learns yoga poses and gets some tips from the animals at the zoo as she observes one bear, two snakes, and more. Includes step-by-step instructions for doing each pose.

"Introduces children to yoga using reader-friendly text and clear, step-by-step instructions. From breathing techniques and meditation to yoga poses and flows, readers can explore the mind-and-body benefits of practicing yoga regularly ... also introduces readers to the important practice of mindfulness, which helps children manage stress and take charge of their emotions."--Publisher.

A body-positive guide to yoga for people of every body type, that includes a memoir of the author's struggle with her own body image.

Bunny enjoys practicing his yoga poses but wishes that his friends would do it with him too.

While other children's parents are veterinarians, gardeners, and builders, one father is able to become a dog, a tree, and a bridge using various yoga poses.

"Elements of yoga practice including stretching, posture, and breath work, are introduced through ... artwork and poems..., to help children and their caring adults ready their bodies for a restful sleep"--Amazon.

Candace's approach to yoga, which combines old-world principles with a modern-day perspective comes from her own experience fighting back against a dangerous illness and depression. Her focus on perseverance and overcoming adversity transforms Namaslay into a powerful, motivational guide to help you live your most authentic life. With a distinct visual format, Namaslay guides readers step by step through more than 100 yoga poses. The poses are broken down by experience level into a series of progressions and include modifications for those who can't quite achieve the full expression of a pose just yet. Full-color photos and tips on overcoming common mistakes helps people get the most out of every pose. Namaslay also features three 30-day yoga programs that focus on: de-stress, core strengthening, and back pain. You will also find specific yoga sequences that are customized for everyone from the office dweller to the endurance athlete. Written with heart, humor, and swagger, Namaslay is a book for everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners and even the simply curious.