The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yoga with KidsCan you think of an activity that promotes concentration, motor skill development, self-confidence and self-esteem for kids? And, is fun, healthy, and for kids and adults to enjoy together? It probably sounds too good to be true, but most likely you've already heard of it...it's yoga! Yoga is great for kids, it's not just for adults! Yoga helps kids increase their self-awareness, build self-esteem, and strengthen their bodies all in a fun and creative fashion. There's no need to be an athlete, contortionist, or weirdo! Yoga is for everyone! With The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yoga with Kids, you can learn how to get kids interested and started in yoga, teach them how to stretch, concentrate, and express creativity using their mind and body. This book is full of various stretching exercises, poses, and activities for adults and kids to enjoy together or individually. Kids will love to use their imagination to pose as a tree, a tiger, a butterfly, and many others to promote stretching, concentration, creativity and imagination. With this book, you can experience the benefits and fun of yoga with kids today! |
Contents
Why Yoga Is Great for Kids | |
Health Benefits of Yoga for Kids | 10 |
Developmental Benefits of Yoga for Kids | 24 |
Growing with the Tree of Yoga | 38 |
Kids on the Eightfold Path | 40 |
Energized Focused and Carefree Kids | 58 |
Kids Choose | 70 |
Doing Yoga with Kids | 80 |
Super Yogini | 210 |
Yoginis on Top of the World | 228 |
Yogini Fun and Games | 242 |
Quiet Time | 252 |
Especially for New Families | 262 |
Yoga for Postpartum Moms and BrandNew Dads | 264 |
Yoga with Infants and Toddlers | 276 |
Hey Kids Do Yoga with Your Little Brother or Sister | 290 |
Setting Up a Yoga Space | 82 |
Practicing Yoga with Kids | 92 |
Finding the Right Yoga Teacher or Class | 106 |
Yoga Songs Play and Postures | 120 |
Chanting and Breathing | 122 |
Nature You Be a Mountain Ill Be a Tree | 140 |
What Animal Are You? | 154 |
Exploring the Desert | 170 |
Exploring the Wild | 180 |
Super Yoginis on the Move and Staying Still | 192 |
Kids on the Move | 194 |
Yoga All Day Long | 302 |
Eating for Strong Minds and Bodies | 304 |
Yoga to Make Kids Feel Better | 314 |
Yoga for Kids with Special Needs | 324 |
Yoga for Teens | 334 |
Surprise A Yoga Kids Party | 342 |
Glossary | 352 |
Resources | 358 |
Index | 366 |
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References to this book
Helping Children with Yoga: Right from the Start Michelle Cheesbrough,Sarah Woodhouse Limited preview - 2007 |