Children's books on mindfulness
Take a look at these children's titles about mindfulness.
The feel good garden, by Kay Maguire and Sally Soweol Han
Getting your hands into soil can make you think more clearly and feel happier. Enjoy simple, mindful activities and everyday moments, from sowing your veg patch in April to picking tomatoes in August and harvesting pumpkins in October. With easy-to-follow instructions for every month, this book will inspire children to get outside all year round.
Mindfulness and my body, by Katie Woolley and Rhianna Watts
'Mindfulness and My Body' helps young children slow down and listen to their bodies in the present moment. Topics include mindful movement, using the senses mindfully and how to respond to stress and worries. The series guides children aged 7+ through exercises and activities that help them slow down and pay attention to their minds, their bodies, their feelings and their emotions as they find ways to calm down and become more focused.
I breathe, by Susie Brooks, Cally Johnson-Isaacs
Becky and Ben buzz and hum like busy bees, Alice snuffles like a bouncy bunny and Lulu roars like a brave lion. They learn to be calm, peaceful, free and strong. With yoga, every breath takes them on an adventure - and you can join in.
Taking time, by Jo Loring-Fisher
Taking time to listen to a bird's song on the breeze. Taking time to gather up the blossom dancing free. Taking time to imagine the deep sounds of the sea. Taking time to cherish you ... and cherish me. This poem is inspired by principles of mindfulness and invites children around the world to experience the wonders of nature and home.
Your mind is like the sky, by Bronwen Ballard & Laura Carlin
Your mind is like the sky. Sometimes it's clear and blue - but sometimes a raincloud thought comes along and makes everything seem dark. So what can we do about rainclouds? This beautiful picture book, written by child psychologist Bronwen Ballard and illustrated by award-winning artist Laura Carlin, shows children that worries and negative thoughts are normal and helps them develop healthy thinking habits. Tips on mindfulness and extra resources for parents are included at the back of the book.
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Stars before bedtime: a mindful fall-asleep book, by Claire Grace & Jessamy Hibberd
'Stars Before Bedtime' is the perfect fall-asleep book. Calming relaxation exercises are seamlessly woven into the magical stories about the glittering night sky to help children settle before drifting off to sleep.
Slow down: bring calm to a busy world with 50 nature stories, by Rachel Williams
All around us, nature is turning, growing and working. Every day, hour by hour, magical transformations happen right in front of you. But it's not always easy to see them. Discover 50 nature stories, paused just long enough for you to watch them unfold. Then go outside and explore and see what you find when you take the time to slow down.
M is for mindfulness, by Carolyn Suzuki
An illustrated, gentle introduction to the concepts of mindfulness, such as the importance of being aware of your body and its sensations, and being aware of your breathing. In an increasingly anxious, stressful world, this book is a little oasis of calm and reflection.
Are we there yet?, by Dan Santat
The car trip to Grandma's house is taking forever. Are We There Yet? explores the amazing possibilities of imagination on a long, boring car journey, as time slows down so much that it starts going backwards. Featuring dinosaurs, ancient Egyptians, knights and pirates, this is one amazing journey through the imagination.
Happy, by Nicola Edwards & Kate Hickey
This poetic journey to a place of happiness and calm will inspire and empower your child to enjoy the practice of mindfulness.
Harry in a hurry, by Timothy Knapman & Gemma Merino
Harry in a Hurry is Timothy Knapman and Gemma Merino's unique twist on the well-loved Aesop's Fable, 'The Tortoise and the Hare'.
Harry the Hare is always in a hurry - he's not even sure why! He eats fast and talks fast - and if he's riding on his speedy scooter then you'd better watch out! But when Harry accidentally hurries his way into the local pond, and Tom the Tortoise fishes him out, Harry is forced to take a leaf out of Tom's book and slow right down. In doing so he not only finds a new friend, but enjoys a whole new world of experiences.
Calm: mindfulness for kids, by Wynne Kinder
Teach your kids how to focus their thoughts and notice the world around them with this fun mindfulness kids activity book. Mindfulness activities are a great way to teach children about their thoughts and feelings and how to understand them - while having fun at the same time. This book is packed with activities - make a mindfulness jar, learn how to appreciate food with mindful eating, and get out into nature and explore the outside world.
You're snug with me, by Chitra Soundar & Poonam Mistry
At the start of winter, two bear cubs are born, deep in their den in the frozen north. ‘Mama, what lies beyond here?’ they ask. ‘Above us is a land of ice and snow.’ ‘What lies beyond the ice and snow?’ they ask. ‘The ocean, full of ice from long ago.’ And as they learn the secrets of the earth and their place in it, Mama Bear whispers, ‘You’re snug with me.’
Mindful Mr Sloth, by Katy Hudson
Sasha has one speed - fast. She loves to do lots of things, all at once, as fast as possible. Mr Sloth has one speed - slow. He loves to do things one at a time, at a nice, easy pace. Can Mr Sloth's mindful ways teach Sasha to slow down and enjoy life?
The calm book, by Alex Allan
'The Calm Book' is a friendly and engaging picture book to help young children understand their feelings using simple science. Featuring mindfulness tips, breathing exercises and calming craft activities that give children the ability to take charge of their own emotional state and the tools to become more resilient.