Down the Sleepy River is just the most beautiful picture book for little ones.
My own daughter is now too old for picture books, although I'm still going to be showing her this one - as she could do with hearing the messages about mindfulness.
With young children not immune to worries and anxiety, this picture book is a gentle reminder to practice looking for calm and getting settled down at bedtime. Simple breathing exercises are part of the story, without realising they are even there, as little ones are encouraged to let it all go as the animals get ready for bedtime too.
The book itself is full of delightful artwork and gives lots of opportunity for chats about the animals and scenery included.
There's also some helpful advice from the author at the front of the book on how to use the story effectively and promote mindfulness with younger children.
My own daughter is now too old for picture books, although I'm still going to be showing her this one - as she could do with hearing the messages about mindfulness.
With young children not immune to worries and anxiety, this picture book is a gentle reminder to practice looking for calm and getting settled down at bedtime. Simple breathing exercises are part of the story, without realising they are even there, as little ones are encouraged to let it all go as the animals get ready for bedtime too.
The book itself is full of delightful artwork and gives lots of opportunity for chats about the animals and scenery included.
There's also some helpful advice from the author at the front of the book on how to use the story effectively and promote mindfulness with younger children.