Planting Seeds: Practicing Mindfulness with Children

This book is based on Thich Nhat Hanh's decades of teaching mindfulness and compassion to parents, teachers, and children.

It offers insight, concrete activities, and curricula that can be applied in school settings, local communities, or at home.

The key practices include mindful breathing and walking, inviting the bell, pebble meditation, the Two Promises or ethical guidelines for children, children's versions of Touching the Earth and Deep Relaxation, eating meditation, and dealing with conflict and strong emotions.

The book also includes a CD with inspiring recordings of songs and guided meditations.

Beautiful color illustrations by Wietske Vriezen accompany the various practices, making it a valuable resource for nurturing peace, relaxation, and awareness in children.