The stretching and strengthening techniques used in yoga are an ideal
way for children to grow flexible and strong. As well as building supple
muscles and flexible joints, yoga is also about positive thinking,
self-confidence and inner calm: hyperactive, non-athletic or shy
children will all benefit from the expression of feeling and imagination
through movement that yoga brings. This volume is a practical workbook
aimed at children of all physical abilities from the age of three
upwards. Through a mixture of exercises, animal poses, meditation and
gameplaying, it shows children what yoga can do for them, and will help
to give them the best possible start in life. - Safe, healthy and
enjoyable yoga exercises to helpchildren grow flexible and strong in
body and mind - Simple movements designed for 3- to 11-year-oldsof all
physical abilities and levels of experience - posesare shown in over 250
photographs - Explains the roles of thinking, breathing and meditationin
yoga, and shows how to get started with fun warm-upexercises, stretches
and movements - Includes classic yoga postures, plus specially
designedposes and games to inspire - children will love tryingThe Lion,
The Tortoise and The Dragonfly