In this class we will read a new story (from "Relax Kids: The Wishing Star" by Marneta Viegas) every week. Learners will be asked to choose a comfortable sitting or lying position and to remain as still as possible for the duration of the exercise. Following the prompts in the story, little dreamers will close their eyes and use their imagination and visualization skills to imagine a new setting every week. This class is designed to draw children away from the screen, to use their imagination, to focus their attention without external stimulation, to connect with the world around them, and to help them relax their mind and body at will.

With help of a story meditation students will learn the possibility of experiencing a world of magic and adventure within themselves. Such exercises can help build learner's self-esteem and confidence while also improving creative abilities and practicing mindfulness. Regular meditation practice has shown to improve concentration and aid learning.

Each class will consist of:
- Introduction and invitation to express how learners feel
- Brief breathing exercise 
- Story time = mediation practice 
- Discussion of experience

Weekly stories will include:
Week of May 10: Battery Charger 
Week of May 17: Relaxing on the Beach
Week of May 24: Stars
Week of May 31: Shower of Light
Week of July 26: Magic Wardrobe 
Week of August 2: Butterfly
Week of August 9: Angel
Week of August 16: Sinking

This class can be great for children preparing for bed, or a great break during the day to feel more confident and calm.

I trust that the earlier we introduce mindfulness and meditation to children, the easier it can be for them as they grow up. But if you are unsure about it for any reason, I would be happy to offer you first class free of charge. Please message me to inquire.

But please note that, just as Rome was not built in one day, meditation and mindfulness exercises require time and practice.

Though we will try to end the class as close as possible to the 20 minute mark, this class might vary in length, depending on the number of students in class as we try to give everybody an opportunity to express their opinion. Classes with only 1-2 learners might run a little shorter, depending on the chattiness of the learner(s). This class could be great with only 2 learners, but since a large part of the experience is sharing and hearing other people share their experience, this class will be truly amazing when we have about 6-8 learners. Feel free to sign up, and if we have too few people in a section I will offer you the option of transferring to a different section.