“Be the coach, not the critic” became the foundation for this children’s yoga and mindfulness lesson focused on confidence, resilience, and positive self-talk. Through movement, breathing, and playful challenges, kindergartners practiced encouraging themselves instead of giving up when things felt hard.
Category Archives: Yoga for Kids
Mindfulness Products I am Loving Right Now
Mindfulness Products I’m Loving Right Now (At Home and in the Classroom) Over the years, I’ve learned that the most powerful tools for kids aren’t complicated or flashy—they’re simple, sensory, and invite connection. These are a few of the products I’ve been using lately with my own kids and with my students, and they’ve becomeContinue reading “Mindfulness Products I am Loving Right Now”
Breathe, Move and Rest: Why Meditation works Wonders for Kids
As adults, we know how powerful a deep breath can be—but for children, learning to pause, notice, and breathe might be one of the most valuable skills they ever learn. Meditation helps kids strengthen focus, regulate emotions, and feel safe in their bodies. It’s like giving them an internal “pause button” they can use anytimeContinue reading “Breathe, Move and Rest: Why Meditation works Wonders for Kids”
Follow the Breather Leader: A Simple Game with Big Benefits
My yoga class today was *pure magic*. We played a new yoga game I called **Breather Leader**, and it was an absolute hit with my students. It had everything I love in a children’s yoga session—connection, movement, mindful breathing, laughter, and leadership. Instructions: We started with a breathing circle, and passed around the ever soContinue reading “Follow the Breather Leader: A Simple Game with Big Benefits”
Flower Yoga and Mindfulness Activities for Kids
One of my favorite classes I planned this month was a Flower Yoga class for kids. My students loved using these plush, cheerful flowers that I found on Amazon. They were the perfect accessory to teach presence during Spring (and we even had some perfectly timed sneezes! Ha!) Below are some of the interactive andContinue reading “Flower Yoga and Mindfulness Activities for Kids”