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Pamper and Zen Day / Kids Yoga and Zen Patterns

Kids Yoga and Zen Patterns

Children follow a gentle kids' yoga session, then wind down by drawing repeating zen patterns. A calm way to reset.

How to run it

  1. Set out mats and play a child-friendly yoga video or lead poses yourself.
  2. Hold each pose for a few breaths.
  3. Move to tables with fine liners and paper.
  4. Show how to fill shapes with repeating patterns.

You will need

  • yoga mats
  • yoga video or pose cards
  • fine liners
  • paper
Make it easier or harderUse animal poses and big shapes for younger children; older children can create detailed patterned tiles.
SafetySpace mats apart and let children skip any pose that feels uncomfortable.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children use movement and focused drawing to calm their bodies and minds.

Fits these theme days

Pamper and Zen DayMindfulness DayBefore School Calm StartWellbeing WednesdayMental Health Month

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