Mindfulness

Heather Sanche, author of The Life of the Buddha, and her daughter lead you through a simple meditation you can do with your children.

Inspiration and tips on how to share a quiet moment of family meditation together with your children.

A 4-part series of talks by Sumi Loundon Kim on mindful parenting.

Breathing Makes It Better was written to help children aged 3–6 learn to work with difficult emotions using mindfulness, awareness, and breathing.

This activity, developed at the Middle Way School, guides students in the practice of offering in a fun and engaging way. Students learn about tea service and making offerings as a way to show respect, which can enhance the student-teacher relationship. The lesson builds an understanding of awareness, lineage, reciprocity, gratitude, and simple acts of kindness.

Teach mindfulness of the senses with a sweet, healthy treat.

This sweet video by Mindful Schools demonstrates the power of mindfulness for working with difficult emotions, as explained by kindergarten students at the Citizens of the World Charter School, in Mar Vista, CA.

Re-experiencing the childlike joy inherent in meditation.

Students try to figure out a word in braille as a practice of samadhi, sati, and viriya.

The guiding principles of Panyaden International School are represented by these 12 Wise Habits. Here is a quick list of all 12: 1. Using the senses wisely, Knowing the right amount, Not harming, Being patient and tolerant, Being enthusiastic, Being truthful, Persevering, Being generous, Being kind and compassionate, Being mindful and alert, Being calm and focused, and Applying the mind skillfully. Read more about them here or download a copy to put up as a friendly reminder.