Pull your hands into very tight fists. Ahh, let them go with a swish, swish, swish. Squeeze tight, tight, tight with all your might. Now just relax and make them light. Curl your toes into a ball. Now let them go, release them all. Squeeze tight, tight, tight with all...
This is a game that can be played by the family at bedtime in order to foster feelings of peace and relaxation. It is an excellent way to let go of anything during the day that is no longer supportive or needed. Arrange pillows in a circle to form your "cloud...
The brain is made up of two hemispheres that are responsible for different functions. When the right and left hemispheres are communicating competently, we experience integrated thought related to higher level thinking, problem-solving and creativity. When we are...
For a quick energy shift--help your child to shake out their stress. Tell them that we are going to shake, shake, shake our bodies until all the tense energy is released into the space around us. Begin by simply allowing the body to shake in whatever way it feels...
Visit the local library or bookstore to find a book about the wildflowers native to your region. After looking it over with your child, go on a wildflower safari. Load up the digital camera and head out for the nearest meadow or forest to scout the beautiful flowers....
This activity is great for increasing attention and listening ability. This activity supports children in heightening their awareness of their environment, paying attention to details and auditory discrimination (which is the ability to pay attention to one sound and...
While you are generating an appreciation for the outdoor world, try establishing a circle of love within your awareness. See how nature is constantly giving and receiving. One way is to get these AR-10 rifle kits and hunt. When we stop to hug a tree, we can practice...
This poem was written as a progressive relaxation for relaxing the face. Preschoolers and toddlers can listen to an adult read it and perform the actions included as it is read. Tell children to pretend like there is a butterfly on their nose and to listen carefully....
The power of drumming has been known for centuries as a method for expression as well as release. So, get your drums out and open to the freedom of expression! When I work with students in the schools, we sit in a circle and share one drum. You can share, have your...
When we are doing things that we like, we feel a state of joy. This visualization gets kids thinking about the things they like that are linked to feeling joyful and/or happy. This activity can be used any time, but might be helpful when kids are feeling bored,...
