We keep it simple and on a child’s level. Safe, non-threatening, which is why the stillness starts with a butterfly, creating a comfortable space… safe, playful and happy.

The child begins with one word written on paper of ‘How I feel this morning’.  Children gather in seated position on the floor, half circular around the teacher.

Next, we begin to slow the nervous system by focusing on breathing. Letting it happen naturally, observing how the breath becomes soft.

Using the power of the imagination, the child is guided through a serene and playful scenario, interacting with butterflies in a field, snowflakes falling through the sky, or a chime blowing in the breeze. The child hears positive affirmations of love, worth, acceptance, gratitude, and uplifting messages.

Repeating the same meditation storyline over the course of a week helps the child become more comfortable with stillness, reinforcing a sense of safety, consistency, and trust. This familiarity makes it easier for the child to relax into the quiet space and absorb the affirmations more effectively.

New affirmations are added daily to change it up and keep their interest.

This structured, multisensory approach is supported by research indicating its effectiveness in promoting attention, self-regulation, and metacognitive skills. The gradual integration aims to enhance students’ capacity for focused awareness and a deeper sense of emotional resilience.

Sessions last 10-15 minutes and always end with gratitude.  Child writes one word on the back of the paper describing, ‘How I feel after quiet space’.

This practice can be used as a preparatory tool before assignments, tests and exams, incorporating affirmations and gratitude to promote calmness, enhance focus, and support positive learning behaviors. It can be useful in helping children to navigate societal upheavals as well.

These practices offer a gentle, supportive way to help children build focus, emotional awareness, and a sense of calm… and, who couldn’t use a little more of that in the classroom, or at home?

Communication and feedback will help us see what’s working to support kids (and teachers) best.

* SEE COURSES TAB FOR SAMPLE MEDITATIONS*