hatha yoga

"A journey in self-discovery, told through the eyes of a young girl named Nothando. The book tells of the Reed Festival, an important celebration in Nothando's country of Swaziland in Southern Africa. Nothando and her brother venture into the unknown hills, in order to get to the festival on time. As Nothando explores the hills of Swaziland, she visits with various animals--Nothando moves freely with the animals, and begins to become comfortable with who she is. By the end of the book, the reader will soon learn that Nothando is 'grateful to be Nothando.'"--.

". . . illustrations and step by step instructions show and tell young readers how to do yoga poses in chairs"--Provided by publisher.

". . . illustrations and step by step instructions show and tell young readers how to meditate"--Provided by publisher.

"With a gentle reminder for children to breathe and to connect their bodies, this . . . book contains a . . . cast of animal friends to guide young readers from one yoga pose to the next. From reaching your hands up to the sky to stretching like a cat to pressing up like a cobra snake, each posture helps to control breathing, engage in the present moment, and ultimately lead towards calmness and peacefulness"--Amazon.

Describes the history of yoga, and contains full-color illustrated photographs that show various yoga positions.

Provides 111 yoga exercises designed to help teens raise energy, increase muscle tone, and reduce anxiety.

Introduces readers to yoga, covering warming up, stretches and poses, cooling down, and the benefits.

Discusses the potential benefits of yoga practice for children, with information on its scientific and movement principles; how to conduct an effective class; unit plans; breathing and relaxation exercises; warm-up, active, and cooldown poses; and more, with step-by-step directions and illustrations.