Mindfulness and Me

Ages 6 to 8, Grades 1 to 3

Hands-on activities for mindfulness including yoga, arts and crafts, breathing exercises, and more!

Mindful eating, keeping a gratitude journal, making a mandala. . .there are all kinds of ways to find mindfulness in your everyday life.

This introduction to mindfulness helps young readers tune into their minds and bodies. Simple activities and tips help kids find ways to learn more about themselves and what makes them special. Activities encourage readers to slow down and create a bit of space between the events of their day and their reactions. Inviting text and charming illustrations encourage self confidence, self regulation, and a moment of calm, any time!

Aligns with the CASEL SEL competencies of self-awareness and self-management.

Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education at Mayo Clinic.

About the Author

Katie Woolley is a creative and versatile editor and writer who has worked on children's books for all age levels, from board books, novelty books and picture books to non-fiction, and educational books and apps. With more than 10 years' publishing experience.

Dr. Rhianna Watts is a clinical psychologist who works with families and children to help them manage emotions. She practices a range of therapies and treatments, including CBT and mindfulness. 

Sarah Jennings is a children's book illustrator based in South London. At a very young age she discovered a love of drawing and has been scribbling in a sketchbook ever since! Since graduating in 2013 she has illustrated a wide variety of fiction, picture and non-fiction books. Sarah works from her home studio in the company of her three-legged cat, Calvin.