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An Evening with
Marc Gold of
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A sunny Sunday in Coronado California, we'd been to yoga, to the beach and were now going to a 'little party' at my friend's house.  ...read more
 
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Fly Like A Butterfly: Yoga for Children
by Shakta Kaur Khalsa by Sterling  Paperback
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Teaching Meditation to Children: The Practical Guide to the Use and Benefits of Meditation Techniques
by David Fontana by Watkins
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A Pebble for Your Pocket
by Thich Nhat Hanh by Plum Blossom Books
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Issue: 3 August 2008
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Greetings!

This month we would like to explore meditation for children and education. Enjoy our articles, join our fourms and read about the featured products.  Kids Yoga Network is all about co-creating to create a better world for our children. Thank you for being part of this change.  
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Leading Edge Education in Action
Meditation & Yoga at Elementary School
From the outside Integral Elementary looks like a regular elementary school, however it is very different and very special.  This is new Leading Edge Education in Action. The day starts with meditation. Then the children go to class in small groups of 11 and have a variety of different subjects including- arts, cultural studies, social studies, geography, math, science, values, and literacy.  They rotate between four teachers, who teach different areas of the curriculum but work as an integrated team to plan and create individual learning plans for each child. This school is made even more special by including Yoga or 'Awareness Through The Body' sessions.  This is a truly leading edge way to educate children.  Teaching children to honor their bodies while nurturing and expanding their minds and souls. ...Read more
 
Integral Yoga: Sri Aurobindo's Teaching & Method of Practice
by Aurobindo by Lotus Press
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5 Tips for Children's Meditation
 
mudras oisinTeaching Children to Meditate
They squirm, move constantly and look around the room. Little hands reach out trying to touch anything in sight. Meditation you say to yourself I don't think so. However it is possible. Here are some tips
 
Breath - Getting children or anyone to slow their breath begins to calm them and slow their mind. Counting works for both kids and adults alike. For children start counts in for two/three and out for two or three. Naturally not forced. ....Read more.
 
 
10 Great Baby Shower Gift Ideas
Baby Shower Gifts for the Conscious Mom-to-be
At Kids Yoga Network we know you want practical gifts ideas. We have suggested ten items which are available from our on-line store. No wasting gas or time at the Mall. Just click, shop and have extra time to do what ever it is that brings you most joy.
 
Some are organic, some yoga releated, and others just down right helpful.
Priced to suit all budgets. Visit our product section to find even more ideas for you and your new baby or other gift ideas. ...Read more
 
 
 
One of KYN's Member favorites - 
Maya Wrap Lightly Padded Sling $55.00
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Great for on the go or around the house. Comfortable and practical. Designed to suit all heights and body types. You might even try it for your standing series of yoga poses!
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Love, Light and Peace
 

Siobhan Wilcox
Kids Yoga Network