Kids (and parents too!), start your day off right with these mindful moves.
Mindfulness is about noticing what’s happening right here, right now. We can discover so much, just by paying attention! These kid-friendly yoga moves—and many more peaceful activities—can be found in Mindful Moves by Nicole Cardoza.
Rise and Shine.
It feels good to stretch right after getting out of bed. See how big you can shine through your chest, your arms, and your smile!
- Stand tall! Feet apart!
- Stretch your arms up and out.
- Shine your fingers by spreading them wide.
- Take a big breath through your nose and into your chest.
Hello, Sunshine.
The sun is up, and there’s lots to do and see! Let’s get our bodies moving as we get ready to start the day. Do this next exercise as many times as you want. Just remember to rest a little before you start again.
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Step 1: Reach up high and touch the sky.
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Step 2: Reach down low and let it go.
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Step 3: Jump like a frog into Downward Dog.
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Step 4: Bring your belly low, nice and slow.
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Step 5: Lift your chest, but not the rest.
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Step 6: Then press back to Downward Dog, and relax . . .
