A World of Mindfulness

The meditative picture book that Kirkus Reviewsrecommends as “a practical introduction to mindfulness meditation, as anexample of the practice, and as a guide”—now in paperback! Parents, educators, and health practitioners everywhere arerecognizing the importance of mindfulness practice, particularly for children.Meditation and yoga are becoming common activities in kindergarten classes andbeyond. Taking time to be still and pay attention to their thoughts and bodieshelps kids feel calm, focused, and in control. In A World of Mindfulness,meditative text reflects on the sensory ways children experience life, from thefeeling of their muscles when they run…to the sound of a turning page…to thememory-laden taste of fresh-baked cookies. Positive and negative emotions arealike acknowledged and affirmed, and a strong sense of self is reinforced.Richly illustrated by fourteen artists with all-new originalart, A World of Mindfulness will create its own quiet moments aschildren revisit its lavish pages. A closing note about mindfulness practicerounds out this board book, making it a helpful resource for homes, classrooms,and beyond.