Explore the many benefits of yoga and mindfulness techniques, and how to utilize these techniques for interventions with children both virtually and in person. In this online workshop, we will unpack the Social Emotional Learning toolbox and discuss the development of coping skills. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the physiological ways that the brain and body interact. *This workshop will also teach you tools to bring to your students online. Where: From Your Own Home! (zoom link shared once you register) hosted by Jewish Family and Children’s Services, San Francisco, CA When: August 4, 2021 Time: 9:00am – 12:30pm PST REGISTER HERE At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to: -List practical, concrete tools in the Social Emotional Learning toolbox that develop emotional literacy and increase capacity for self-regulation. -Identify child-friendly terms and phrases to explain the brain’s physiology as it relates to managing emotion.… Read More »
Mindful Yoga Breaks: Yoga & Mindfulness Virtual Workshop
This virtual 4-hr Mindful Yoga Breaks® workshop will help teachers, librarians, social workers, therapists, parents, and anyone working with children to bring focus, self-regulation, and fun to the classroom, home, or office while fostering social-emotional learning. Explore the many benefits of yoga and mindfulness techniques, and how to utilize these techniques for interventions with children both virtually and in person. In this online workshop, we will unpack the Social Emotional Learning toolbox and discuss the development of coping skills. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the physiological ways that the brain and body interact. Participants will leave with dozens of ideas to add to the teaching toolbox that can be used in little breaks (one, five, 10, or 15 minutes) throughout the day. A comprehensive manual is provided with descriptions of everything you learn as well as sample lesson plans. *This workshop will also teach you tools to bring… Read More »
Mindful Yoga Breaks Workshop for Parents & Educators
Mindful Yoga Breaks® workshops help teachers, librarians, social workers, therapists, parents, and anyone working with children to bring focus, self-regulation, and fun to the classroom, home, or office while fostering social-emotional learning. You will learn “lifesaver tools” such as breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, yoga poses, yoga & mindfulness games, and relaxation techniques. Participants will leave with dozens of ideas to add to the teaching toolbox that can be used in little breaks (one, five, 10, or 15 minutes) throughout the day. Parents will learn strategies for transitions, calming the escalation of tantrums and letting kids find what works for them to self-regulate. A manual is provided with descriptions of everything you learn as well as sample lesson plans. Date: May 11, 2019 Where: Alphabet Academy, 2389 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT Times: 9:00am – 11:30am Investment: $65.00 pre-register, $75 day of 3 or more people register together for a discount rate… Read More »
