Rainbow Dreaming-A Big Book of Calm: Teaching Relaxation and Meditation to Children - Paperback

by Amy Hamilton (Author), Kelly Jervis (Illustrator), Michelle Holyhead (Prepared by)

Rainbow Dreaming is the follow up to the best-selling children's meditation book Indigo Dreaming. Rainbow Dreaming offers new visualisations and activities to inspire calm, confidence and creativity in children. This easy to read and inspiring book is full of practical examples that takes the reader step by step through the process of teaching children visualisation and how to meditate.

Rainbow Dreaming has practical advice and tips for teachers and parents on how to create a calm classroom or home environment. There are enjoyable follow-up activities and strategies to deal with childhood stress and anxiety.

If a child is relaxed they are better equipped to understand and control their feelings and to think clearly and creatively. A calm mind is able to concentrate better and learn more effectively at home and at school.

Learning to visualise and meditate can help to:

• Counteract stress
• Develop the Imagination
• Increase concentration
• Develop listening skills
• Enhance positive self-image
• Develop confidence and self esteem
• Create an optimal learning environment
• Help children to sleep better
• Stimulate Creativity
• Develop resilience