This class is so much more than a storytime! It includes a variety of learning activities, a wonderful discussion, and the tools to continue learning beyond the class with take away activities. 

Each class in this Mindfulness Storytime series includes:

1. An original, moral-based fictional story
2. An original coloring sheet that connects to the story
3. In class discussion about the animals presented in the story as well as the moral 
4. In-class activity to reinforce the moral of the story
5. Suggested activity for taking the learning beyond the class

Moral based stories are so much more than entertainment. They provide children with the knowledge and skill necessary to navigate life's difficulties, thrive, and grow! The attached coloring sheet provides kids with a hands on activity. When kids have a hands on activity to do while they are listening to a story (or lecture) they are able to grasp and process the material much more quickly, as well as stay focused and calm! 

--"The more parts of your brain you use, the more likely you are to retain information," says Judy Dodge, author of 25 Quick Formative Assessments for a Differentiated Classroom

The story will be followed by a discussion as well as an activity. In the case of "Marlo the Mouse Believes in Himself", students will complete and share (optional) from their "Things I Love About Myself" activity sheet. They will also be encouraged to incorporate the concept of self-love and appreciation into a daily practice by journaling. One simple way to encourage this is by taking a moment at the end of the day to reflect - "I was great today when...". This journal then becomes an ongoing record of reasons to believe in ourselves, feel confident, and resilient!