Most, but not all, include references to wild animals and nature that are sure to appeal to young children. Each spread includes one or two breath-centered exercises to encourage a habit and practice of mindfulness. Laurie Berkner, award-winning and bestselling children's musical artist Author Willey brings years of experience in children's music and movement to her debut.The book is divided into five sections ('Be Calm,' 'Focus,' 'Imagine,' 'Make Some Energy,' and 'Relax'), which are further sectioned into double-page-spread subtopics. It's exactly this fun and accessible style that will make kids want to try every one of these little gems that provides simple tools for big change.' Each moment that Kira has so elegantly sculpted and described conjures up delicious, beautiful, or whimsical, child-friendly scenarios. Susan Verde, author of I Am Yoga and I Am Peace 'I love this book! Breathe Like a Bear is filled with playful and imaginative ideas for helping kids connect to themselves, whether it's their own strong energy or inner calm. Both lyrical and practical, this much-needed book will help children navigate the world around them!' Parents, teachers, caregivers- and especially kids-will love the different ways to explore mindfulness and breath through animals and story in Breathe Like a Bear. ' Breathe Like a Bear is a beautiful guide to mindfulness. Based on Kira Willey's Parents' Choice GOLD Award-winning CD, Mindful Moments for Kids, this one-of-a-kind book is sure to help kids find calm, gain focus, and feel energized during the day, and encourage families to establish a fun and consistent mindfulness practice, whether at home or on the go. Best of all, these 30 simple, short breathing practices and movements can be performed anytime, anywhere: in the car to the grocery store, during heavy homework nights at home, or even at a child's desk at school. 7 1/2 x 9 1/8.īook Synopsis Breathe Like a Bear is a beautifully illustrated collection of mindfulness exercises designed to teach kids techniques for managing their bodies, breath, and emotions. About the Book Based on Willey's Parents' Choice GOLD Award-winning CD Mindful Moments for Kids, this beautifully illustrated collection contains 30 mindfulness exercises designed to teach kids techniques for managing their bodies, breath, and emotions.

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