Picture Book

Illustrations and easy-to-read text celebrate mindfulness and the connectedness of everything on Earth.

While observing the busy world around them, two children and their grandfather take a moment to appreciate being quiet and still.

Twins Billy and Betty are having trouble sleeping. Billy's mind is noisy, constantly chattering, keeping him awake. Betty finds that as soon as her eyes close she starts to worry about what will happen the next day at school. But the twins learn how to have a restful night by using mindfulness techniques to help them sleep tight.

It's a beautiful day, but Jada and her brother Michael are staying indoors--until Dad invents a game to get them exploring nature: whoever notices the most interesting things is the winner. At first, they just see grass and flowers. But by slowing down, looking closely, and using all of their senses, they soon begin to notice lots more about the natural world. Through practicing mindfulness this way, Jada and Michael find that small things they might not have noticed before seem so much more interesting.

Lenny and Rosa are having tough days, and it's hard to stay calm. Fortunately, their friend Sam is there to help! By teaching them how to use breathing exercises and other mindfulness techniques, Sam helps Lenny and Rosa relax, cope with worries and challenges, and turn their days around.

How children (and frogs, dogs, flamingos and dragons) can use yoga relaxation to help deal with stress, grief, bullying and lack of confidence.

Invites children to join the Very Hungry Caterpillar and take a moment to breathe and relax.

Breathe. Be kind. Believe in yourself. With the help of best friends Hucky and Buzz, follow a few simple steps to practice mindfulness and be happy!

Rhyming text encourages young readers, as they prepare for sleep, to review their day to find at least one moment to celebrate.

Offers advice for young readers on how to become aware of their thoughts and bodies and increase their ability to focus and remain calm.