mindfulness

Faced with the challenging stages of experiencing a loved one's illness or death, young pigs find inner peace through mindfulness activities.

An old dog named George may not be able to run fast any more, but he still needs to go on walks, and every day the big kids, Mom, or Dad, take turns with him. Rosie, though, often trails behind, unable to hurry like the others. That is okay--George trails behind too, keeping an eye on Rosie.

Sasha loves to do everything as fast as possible, but she's stopped in her tracks when she meets Mr. Sloth. Certain they are going to best friends, Sasha takes Mr. Sloth everywhere she goes. During the big neighborhood race, Sasha is just about to win when Mr. Sloth tells her to stop. Eventually, he gets her to stop and enjoy the moment, and Sasha realizes the importance of slowing down and practicing mindfulness.

"This amusing training guide help kids learn to calm their amygdala and control their fight-flight-freeze impulses. Readers receive information about the amygdala from the amygdala, including how it can sometimes get confused and simple ideas to calm and train it. Using kid-friendly language, the book helps children understand complicated concepts so they can understand their bodies and learn stay calm. Back matter includes additional amygdala-training tips for kids and adults"--.

Yoga is fun! Get kids bending, breathing, and stretching with The Kids Yoga Deck. Playful poses such as Cat, Flower, Airplane, and Gorillas well as partner poses that can be performed with friends teach kids the basics of yoga. Easy enough for children to do on their own, The Kids Yoga Deck engages bodies and minds to help youngsters build strength, flexibility, balance, and mental focus.

"Through daily mantras, exercises, . . . quizzes, and activities, 'Pause, Breathe, Be: A Kid's 30-Day Guide to Peace and Presence' encourages kids to engage in mindfulness one day at a time while building self-esteem and reducing anxiety"--Provided by publisher.

"Celebrates the mindfulness that guides young readers through the day and features the many ways children can experience kindness. From being kind when they share to being kind with a smile, readers will recognize the impact acts of kindness can have on others"--OCLC.

A child considers the difference between using our eyes to look at what is in front of us and using our hearts to see beyond the surface to find the miracles surrounding us. Includes author's note.

Illustrations and easy-to-read text urge the reader to be mindful by seeking out patterns in the world around us.

Nathan doesn't say much. He sure has a lot on his mind, though. At school, Nathan quietly observes the ways his peers communicate. Even when they're not talking, they're expressing themselves in all sorts of ways! By witnessing the beauty of communication diversity, Nathan learns and shows his classmates the essential lesson: Not only does everyone have something to say, but seeking to understand one another can be the greatest bridge to friendship and belonging.