I’m Full of Love
This children’s meditation is a variation on a traditional kundalini yoga meditation. It is an active meditation that reinforces your child’s capacity for kindness. It is accessible and engaging for… Read more »
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Recommended Reading: Brainstorm
I just pre-ordered my copy of Dan Siegel's newest book, Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain. Pre-ordering the book gives you access to a brainstorm video, and… Read more »
Our Book!
We are so thrilled to introduce LFY Founder Jennifer Cohen Harper's new book: Little Flower Yoga for Kids: A Yoga and Mindfulness Program to Help Your Child Improve Attention and… Read more »
Back to Basics Reading Recommendation
As we all get back into the swing of the school year, it seems like a good time to brush up on the fundamentals. This year we have added a… Read more »
Single Pointed Focus Meditation
A very simple but effective type of meditation is the practice of fixing your gaze on one steady object for a set period of time. You may have heard of… Read more »
A Cooling Practice: Seethali Breath
As we make our way into the hottest time of year, Seethali Breath is a great practice to try at home with your kids. This is a cooling breathing practice… Read more »
Contemplative Education Database
We are so happy to be a part of the Garrison Institute's newly launched, free, publically accessible database of contemplative teaching and learning programs. Users can search the database according… Read more »
Teacher Reflections: On Gratitude and Teen Girls
Teacher Reflections: Mary Gillen Blog posts from our Little Flower Family I’ve been teaching yoga to pregnant teens at a youth correctional facility in the NY since May. Each week… Read more »
Teacher Reflections: Back to School
Teacher Reflections: Salvador Martinez Blog Posts from our Little Flower Family Oh, yes! It’s time to store the bathing suit, shorts, tank tops, and flip-flops, and bring forward the layers. … Read more »
Back to Back Breathing: A Partner Breathe Activity
This is a simple activity that many students (adults and kids alike!) get into and don’t want to get out of. It is a safe and comfortable way of offering… Read more »
The Five Elements of a Little Flower Yoga Class
Often we are asked what our children's yoga classes actually look like. What are we teaching? Are we just practicing movement? Where does the mindfulness come in? Do kids actually… Read more »
Crossing the Line: A Connecting Activity
Crossing the Line is a group activity that has a very strong impact on both children and adults. It is a quiet, meaningful experience of recognizing our similarities, and is… Read more »
Shining a Light on Domestic Violence: LFY Founder on WFUV Radio’s Cityscape Program
Domestic violence knows no boundaries. It can happen to anyone – regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, orientation or socio-economic status. This week on Cityscape the subject is explored in a… Read more »
Loving Guidelines for Showing a Child All That is Possible: An Elephant Journal Article
As we come to the end of Autism awareness month, I am very aware of all the information and advice that has been swirling around the children’s yoga world talking… Read more »
Movement Activity: Seed to Forest of Trees
This simple activity is a great way to welcoming in the Spring with your children! Tree pose connects you deeply to the earth, sharpens your focus, strengthens your legs and… Read more »
International Journal of Yoga Therapy: Teaching Yoga in Urban Elementary Schools
Teaching Yoga to children is a fulfilling but challenging journey, particularly in poverty-stricken urban school districts. The physical, mental, and emotional impact of poverty on children has serious implications for… Read more »
Yoga Service Council
Little Flower Yoga is one of the founding members of The Yoga Service Council, an organization dedicated to using the tools of yoga to foster joy, resilience, and well being… Read more »
The Home for Little Wanderers
The Home for Little Wanderers is a Boston based organization dedicated to ensuring the healthy behavioral, emotional, social and educational development and physical well-being of children and families living in… Read more »
Sanctuary for Families
Sanctuary for Families is a vital organization that provides shelter and support to victims of domestic violence and sex trafficking. Women and children who have suffered abuse have often had… Read more »
LFY on “Here Women Talk” Radio.
The Topic: Who owns Yoga's Soul? as written about in The New York Times. Co-hosts Jessica Durivage and Diane Ferraro, both with extensive backgrounds in yoga, wellness and holistic health,… Read more »
Music for Yoga
Little Flower Yoga has partnered with amazing singer and songwriter Celia Rose to develop our new collection of Children's Yoga Music! Celia is a truly wonderful spirit, who has been… Read more »