Mindfulness and My Body

by Katie Woolley, Rhianna Watts, Sarah Jennings (Illustrator)

Overview

Doing a body scan, mindful breathing, focusing on the senses. . .there are all kinds of ways to be mindful with your body.

Mindful Spaces and My Body guides children through exercises and activities that encourage them to slow down and pay attention. Activities encourage readers to think not of the past or the future, but right now. Simple instructions and fun illustrations help readers in learning more about self regulation and how to find a moment of calm from within.

Aligns with the CASEL SEL competencies of self-awareness and self-management.

Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education at Mayo Clinic.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798887701172
Publisher:	Mayo Clinic Press
Publication date:	01/01/2024
Series:	Mindful Spaces
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	830L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Katie Woolley is a creative and versatile editor and writer who has worked on children's books for all age levels, from board books, novelty books, and picture books to non-fiction and educational books and apps. She's based in London, England.

Dr. Rhianna Watts is a clinical psychologist who works with families and children to help them manage emotions. She practices a range of therapies and treatments, including CBT and mindfulness. She is based in the UK.

Sarah Jennings is a children's book illustrator based in South London. Since graduating in 2013 she has illustrated a wide variety of fiction, picture and non-fiction books. Sarah works from her home studio in the company of her three-legged cat, Calvin.

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2024

Gr 1–3—In a picture book format, these titles explore mindfulness through fun and active illustrations of mindfulness-based techniques in vibrant colors. Each activity depicted is paired with an explanation that describes how it encourages mindfulness, and what is going on in the body during those practices. While the activities are interesting and the illustrations are engaging, this text appears to be aimed more at caregivers and educators working with younger children than the younger readers themselves. VERDICT With the range and detail of activities described, these titles would pair well with other classroom activities ranging from science lessons to physical education.

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