BOOKS: “Chasing pigeons was Ziji’s favourite thing”—Review of Ziji: The Puppy Who Learned to Meditate
Ziji: The Puppy Who Learned to Meditate offers simple and clear meditation instructions for kids (and adults) framed around a sweet story about a puppy and family.
ACTIVITY: Bubble Meditation
A lesson in mindfulness, patience, and impermanence using blowing bubbles.
VIDEO: Plum Village Pebble Meditation
Thich Nhat Hanh’s beautiful meditation for all ages, reminds us of our flower freshness, mountain solidity, water reflective clarity and spacious freedom.
VIDEO: Watching the Breath with Mingyur Rinpoche
A short talk by Mingyur Rinpoche on how to meditate on the breath.
ACTIVITY: Watching the Breath
A guided meditation using the breath as an anchor, plus classroom reflection and a nifty handout.
ACTIVITY: Learning the 7-Point Posture
A guide to teaching children the 7-point posture of Vairochana, complete with some fun games to help them remember.
AUDIO: Meditating with Your Child
A talk for parents with advice on how to meditate with their children.
ARTICLE: A Day at Saraha Children’s School
A peek at the daily life of a Buddhist school in Eugene, Oregon.