Cultivating Happiness, Resilience, and Well-Being Through Meditation, Mindfulness, and Movement

In chaotic times, a deep breath can bring calm to your classroom.

As the pandemic recedes and the world gradually returns to normal, its more important than ever to make your classroom a place that supports mental health and improves overall wellness. In this book, youll discover the why and the how of using techniques to reduce stress, improve executive function, and set the stage for increased memory and attention, better self-regulation, and improved cognition and academic learning.

With this practical, research-based guide, youll incorporate age- and grade-appropriate meditation, breathing, mindfulness, and secular yoga activities into your teaching, in ways that work for in-person as well as virtual and hybrid settings. Features include

• Adaptations for special populations, including those who have experienced trauma
• Recommendations for family involvement in social emotional learning
• Guidance on self-care for teachers and school staff
• Data from successfully implemented programs
• Dozens of illustrations, QR codes, and reflective questions

Mindfulness isnt just a buzzword-its a time-tested, teacher-tested technique for reducing anxiety and improving you students outcomes. Incorporate it into your classroom and see for yourself how much good a deep breath can do.