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Kids yoga, music and mindful learning tools for child development.

What Are the Top 5 Easy Yoga Poses for Kids? (+ One Relaxing Bonus!)
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What Are the Top 5 Easy Yoga Poses for Kids? (+ One Relaxing Bonus!)

You don’t need to know hundreds of poses to bring kids yoga into your classroom or home. Just a few well-chosen, beginner-friendly poses can create more focus, calm, and connection right away.

Most educators, therapists, and caregivers already know (or have heard) about the benefits of kids yoga. The question is: How do you bring those benefits to your students?

Here’s the good news…

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Wind Relieving Pose for Kids: Gentle Yoga for Digestion and Connection (Pig Pose)
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Wind Relieving Pose for Kids: Gentle Yoga for Digestion and Connection (Pig Pose)

Looking for a playful kids yoga pose that supports digestion, body awareness, and emotional regulation? Wind Relieving Pose (or Pig Pose!) is perfect for the classroom or home. Learn how to teach it, explore kid-friendly variations, and discover why it’s a great way to transition into relaxation.

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Use Dragon Breathing to Calm Kids: A Powerful Kids Yoga Tool to Release Tension and Negative Energy

Use Dragon Breathing to Calm Kids: A Powerful Kids Yoga Tool to Release Tension and Negative Energy

Mindfulness for kids doesn’t have to be complicated. One of our most popular Yo Re Mi breathing exercises for kids is Dragon Breathing. 🐉 This fun, imaginative kids yoga tool helps children release tension, regulate emotions, and return to calm, making it a must-have for every educator and caregiver.

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How Do I Teach Mindfulness for Kids? A 4-Step Guide for Educators
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How Do I Teach Mindfulness for Kids? A 4-Step Guide for Educators

“What is mindfulness?” I asked my second graders. Instantly, a few sat cross-legged, pinched thumb to pointer finger, and closed their eyes.

Others raised their hand and shouted out words like peace and calm. It’s amazing that this word has so much meaning for kids these days. When I was in 2nd grade, I didn’t have a clue!

But newsflash…

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How to Start Teaching Yoga for Kids: A 7-Step Guide for Educators
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How to Start Teaching Yoga for Kids: A 7-Step Guide for Educators

You’re an educator who CARES. You show up every day with energy, creativity, and a desire to connect. Maybe you took a mindfulness PD workshop or tried a yoga video during the pandemic. And if you are anything like us, you left that session thinking:

"Wow! I feel so much better. My students need this!"

But as soon as the sweat dried, reality kicked in…

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