When Kevin was a baby, we were introduced to the Putumayo Music, and we still listen to it often. Turns out, it is fantastic music for mindfulness. Introducing mindfulness through music to children can be a wonderful way to help them developemotional regulation, focus, and relaxation skills. ...
Mindful Listening: Find a quiet environment and choose a piece of music or natural sounds, such as birdsong or ocean waves. Close your eyes and immerse yourself fully in the sounds, noticing each note, rhythm, and variation in tone. Let go of any thoughts or distractions, simply allowing yo...
If that’s the plan, mindfulness is the path. It teaches students how to quiet themselves — get to a place where their mind is settled sufficiently to pay full attention to the task at hand. Experts offer many suggestions for incorporating mindfulness into your classroom experience. Consider: ...
when my team and I were serving children in refugee camps following the Indian Ocean tsunami. Each morning, the monks led us through a meditation, which helped reduce our stress and prepared us emotionally for the coming day. I saw children meditating with their families throughout the refugee ...
“I use yoga in the classroom, and I also created and teach “Story Stretchers” (story time with music, movement, and yoga) for the county library system. I’ve found yoga to be helpful on so many levels. Obviously, it’s great for physical fitness, but what I really like is that...
Convert your space into a mini-ocean with ocean props and ocean-themed music, then pretend to dive into the ocean, where you’ll see these ocean animals: Ocean Yoga inspired by Commotion in the Oceanby Giles Andreae 1. Crab – Table Top Pose ...