Mindful Monsters: A Podcast Guide to Peace
A guide with tips for using the Mindful Monsters Podcast Series.
Mindfulness means really slowing down and paying close attention to the world around you. The practice can help children and grown-ups feel happier, healthier, and more in control.
Mindfulness works best when it becomes a regular part of your routine. This guide offers specific suggestions on incorporating lessons from the Mindful Monsters podcasts using repeated, everyday moments with children. You’ll find guidance for use with the following podcasts:
You can use the strategies and lessons in these podcasts and guide during different moments, in different settings, and even during transitions.
Creating Safety and a Sense of Home
Using Your Words
A coloring page helping children explore words for big feelings.
Watch and Play: Grover's Super Suitycase
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
Watch and Play: Cookie Monster's Big Puzzle
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
Listen, Feel, and See with Elmo
When children are in the hospital, this mindfulness game can help them soothe themselves.
Cookie Monster’s Beach Day
When children are in the hospital, their imagination can become a valuable tool in soothing themselves.
Monster Meltdown
Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.
