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Kerry MacLean offers Free Resources for Families
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Summary Free resources to bring mindfulness and meditation into the home.
Contributor Middle Way Education
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Kerry Lee MacLean is author of several children’s books including Moody Cow Meditates and Peaceful Piggy Meditation (see more about her books here). She also created the Mind Jar activity, which is used in schools and homes around the world. Kerry’s website offers free downloads of various useful resources, including a family meditation, a mind jar activity, and walking meditations.
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About The Contributor
Middle Way Education
Middle Way Education is a global not for profit organization that creates pathways for traditional Buddhist wisdom and knowledge to enhance modern education for the benefit of this and future generations.