First published 2018
Life moves fast for young people today. School pressures mount, friendships shift, and worries pile up until everything feels overwhelming. Whitney Stewart offers kids a practical way out of this chaos through mindfulness techniques. She teaches readers how to stop, breathe, and find their center when emotions run high. The book contains more than thirty specific exercises that kids can use anywhere. These include breathing techniques, relaxation methods, and simple meditations designed for young minds. Stewart writes in clear language that speaks directly to children's experiences. She includes writing activities that help kids reflect on what they discover about themselves. The goal is simple: give children tools they can use when life gets difficult. Rather than feeling swept away by stress or strong emotions, kids learn to pause and respond thoughtfully. This approach helps them develop clarity and emotional balance that will serve them throughout their lives.
Genres: self-help, contemporary, young-adult, non-fiction, health
Vibes: intimate, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, self-discovery
160 pages · Hardcover · Albert Whitman & Company