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How to Help Kids Set Intentions
Setting intentions with kids connects their values with their actions and gives them a road map for their hopes and dreams. While there is so much in life that feels out of control, especially for children, setting intentions is an active choice that gives us control over what we focus on. It is powerful […]

Five Feel-Better Activities For When Kids Get The Blues
Sadness is something we all experience, and this past year has been tough on everyone. We all work through our emotions in different ways, and it’s important to help kids find and develop their own coping skills. The following five activities are all designed to help children find ways to feel better when they’re […]

Four Mindfulness Exercises For Kids Of Any Age
In the words of Mallika Chopra, mindfulness means becoming “more aware of our thoughts, bodies and surroundings.” Even young children can practice mindfulness by engaging in simple activities designed to encourage the development of self-regulation skills. Treating mindfulness as a skill you can practice helps kids gain better control of their bodies, emotions, and […]

Eight Free Coloring Pages for Quirky Kids
When it comes to reliable rainy day activities, coloring is queen. Can you name an easier way to boost creativity, build focus, and make something beautiful all at the same time? We bet you can’t! Coloring has even been proven to have anxiety relieving benefits for both kids and adults. That’s right: scientists have studied […]

Three Fun Exercises to Get Kids Moving
Sometimes you can’t get kids to stop moving! But whether you’re an educator or a parent, there are times when you need to introduce a quick, snappy exercise to boost morale, get energy flowing, and shake things up. These three tried-and-true exercises are fun ways of encouraging children to explore different movements in their […]

Four Breathing Meditations For Anxious Kids
It is normal for children to experience anxiety, but we need to provide them with vocabulary and tools for coping with those feelings. One simple tool for calming anxious thoughts is meditation. And it isn’t just for adults! Mallika Chopra is a wellness expert whose books for children explore safe and healthy ways […]
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