Getting Started
A Mindfulness Practice for Preschoolers That Connects Kids to Nature
A practice for teaching preschool children the basics of mindfulness by drawing on the elements of nature. Read More 
Mindful Parenting
Kids & Teens
Help Your Kids Let Go of Stuff
By engaging children’s imagination and natural compassion we can help them live a simpler, more mindful life. Read More
Kids & Teens
3 Ways to Inspire Kids to Share
New research provides insight into what matters to kids when they decide to give. Read More
Focus & Attention
The Science of Fidget Spinners: Mindful or Mindless?
A look a the science of fidgeting—Plus 5 games that use fidget spinners to make mindfulness accessible and help it stick with both kids and adults. Read More
Kids & Teens
What Happens in a Child’s Brain When They Learn to Empathize?
A new study explores what brain changes happen when children start understanding that other people may have different thoughts, beliefs, or perspectives. Read More
Creativity
The Art of Admiring: A Mindful Lesson from a Toy Camera
How one photo-addicted mom found mindfulness in her daughter's toy camera. Plus, a simple noticing practice for non-judgemental awareness. Read More
Kids & Teens
5 Mindful Tips for Parenting Conundrums
Explore how mindfulness can help you enjoy your family time instead of being anxious or easily provoked by your children into unhelpful reactions. Read More
Kids & Teens
How to Avoid A Poorly Designed School Mindfulness Program
Designing and instituting a program for mindfulness in schools is fraught with potential problems. Here’s how to avoid having a poorly-designed program. Read More
Kids & Teens
Sesame Street Brings Kindness to the Block
Sesame Street taps mindfulness experts to build kindness into its 2017 season. Read More
Kids & Teens
Getting Kids Unhooked from Their Smartphones
Setting guidelines around kids' tech use starts with the habits and conscious choices of parents. Mark Bertin, MD, shares tips on how families can be mindful with their tech. Read More
