Whitney Stewart

Introduce small children to a mindfulness practice designed to nurture compassion towards oneself and others with this sturdy, stylish board book. Pair with Mindful Tots: Tummy Ride to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions. This edition features bilingual Vietnamese-English text. Please note, these special editions have a reduced trim size.

Over the past 50 years, scientists have made incredible progress in the application of genetic research to human health care and disease treatment. Innovative tools and techniques, including gene therapy and CRISPR-Cas9 editing, can treat inherited disorders that were previously untreatable, or prevent them from happening in the first place. You can take a DNA test to learn where your ancestors are from. Police officers can use genetic evidence to identify criminals--or innocents. And some doctors are using new medical techniques for unprecedented procedures.Genomics: A Revolution in Health and Disease Discovery delves into the history, science, and ethics behind recent breakthroughs in genetic research. Authors Whitney Stewart and Hans Andersson, MD, present fascinating case studies that show how real people have benefitted from genetic research. Though the genome remains full of mysteries, researchers and doctors are working hard to uncover its secrets and find the best ways to treat patients and cure diseases. The discoveries to come will inform how we target disease treatment, how we understand our health, and how we define our very identities.

"By far my favorite resource for Spanish mindfulness activities for kids" - Spanish Playground Now in Spanish -- this boxed card deck includes 50 creative mindfulness games, visualizations and exercises divided into 5 categories to help children feel grounded, find calm, improve focus, practice loving-kindness and relax. Whimsical full-color illustrations on both sides of the cards break down each practice into easy-to-follow steps. Tips on individual cards plus an 8-page instructional booklet show modifications that make these activities inclusive for children of all abilities. Perfect for parents, teachers, therapists and homeschoolers..

A simple body scan exercise that adults and toddlers can do together to soothe themselves and get ready for sleep. One of four stylish board books in the Mindful Tots series, designed to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions.

An imaginative movement exercise that adults and toddlers can do together to help children focus and transition between activities. One of four stylish board books in the Mindful Tots series, designed to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions.

"Mindful play can be used to focus children's minds on the task at hand and help them get centred and ready for the next part of the day, whether that's further play, a trip to the shop or even the beginning of the bedtime routine. A good resource for parents" - Inis magazine, Children's Books Ireland Help toddlers focus -- in both Spanish and English -- as they transition from one activity to the next. This sturdy yet stylish bilingual board book is designed to enable caregivers to practice a mindful movement exercise with children as young as 2 years old. Written by the award-winning author of the bestselling Mindful Kids activity deck, Whitney Stewart, in collaboration with early childhood development specialist Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S. Ed., this board book uses simple, straightforward instructions and bright illustrations to encourage imaginative play alongside mindful focus. Develop early English and Spanish skills Kid-friendly mindfulness exercises and instructions Features a diverse cast of characters with different levels of abilities

"A smart combination of mindfulness and practicality" - Betsy Bird, Librarian, @FuseEight Help toddlers rest, relax, and get ready for sleep. This sturdy board book is designed to enable caregivers to practice a basic mindfulness technique -- a calming body scan -- with children as young as 2 years old. Written by the award-winning author of the bestselling Mindful Kids activity deck, Whitney Stewart, in collaboration with early childhood development specialist Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S.Ed., Mindful Tots: Rest & Relax uses simple, straightforward instructions and bright illustrations to nurture relaxation, calm, and a restful nap or night of sleep. One of four stylish board books in the Mindful Tots series to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions.

Help toddlers rest, relax, and get ready for sleep -- in both English and Spanish. This board book is designed to enable caregivers to practice a basic mindfulness technique -- a calming body scan -- with children as young as 2 years old. Written by the award-winning author of the bestselling Mindful Kids activity deck, Whitney Stewart, in collaboration with early childhood development specialist Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S. Ed., this board book uses simple, straightforward instructions and bright illustrations to nurture relaxation, calm, and a restful nap or night of sleep. One of four stylish, bilingual board books in the Ni os mindful series, designed to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions. This edition features bilingual Spanish-English text. Please note, these special editions have a reduced trim size.

"A wonderful way to help young children learn to be calm and content with themselves" - Youth Services Book Review Help toddlers learn to "wish happiness, kindness and calm for everyone" -- including themselves This sturdy yet stylish board book is designed to enable caregivers to practice an ancient mindfulness exercise, the loving-kindness meditation, with children as young as 2 years old. Written by the award-winning author of the bestselling Mindful Kids activity deck, Whitney Stewart, in collaboration with early childhood development specialist Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S.Ed., Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness uses simple, straightforward instructions and bright illustrations to nurture compassion, self-awareness and a strong caregiver-child bond.

Introduce small children to a mindfulness practice designed to nurture compassion towards oneself and others with this sturdy, stylish board book. Pair with Mindful Tots: Tummy Ride to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions. This edition features bilingual Somali-English text. Please note, these special editions have a reduced trim size.

Introduce small children to a mindfulness practice designed to nurture compassion towards oneself and others with this sturdy, stylish board book. Pair with Mindful Tots: Tummy Ride to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions.

The simple breathing exercise presented in this stylish board book uses a basic mindfulness technique to help toddlers learn to soothe themselves. Pair with Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions.

The simple breathing exercise presented in this stylish board book uses a basic mindfulness technique to help toddlers learn to soothe themselves. Pair with Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness to help toddlers manage the ups and downs of everyday emotions. This edition features bilingual Spanish-English text. Please note, these special editions have a reduced trim size.

Holidays are FUN--and this entertaining nonfiction picture book introduces kids to 14 celebrations from around the world! Across the globe, every country has its special holidays. From Brazilian carnival and Chinese New Year to France's Bastille Day and our very own Fourth of July, What Do You Celebrate? presents 14 special occasions where people dance, dress up, eat yummy foods, and enjoy other fun traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation. Kids can travel the globe and learn about Fastelavn, Purim, the Cherry Blossom Festival, Holi, Eid al-Fitr, Halloween, Day of the Dead, Guy Fawkes Day, the German Lantern Festival, and more. Each spread showcases a different holiday, offering background and cultural context, vocabulary words, photographs, and instructions for festive projects.

Sometimes kids' lives can get busy and out of control, and worries can take over. When that happens, knowing how to pause and regain composure with mindfulness can help This easily digestible guide introduces kids to mindfulness as a way to find clarity, manage stress, handle difficult emotions, and navigate personal challenges. With step-by-step instructions to over thirty breathing, relaxation, and guided meditation exercises, readers will have an entire toolkit at their disposal and writing prompts will help them process their discoveries. Clearly written and incredibly relatable, this invaluable resource provides a positive introduction to the world of self-care and mindfulness.

It's a big, tasty world out there, and this book takes kids on a tour through the cuisines of 14 countries, complete with a recipe for each one. What's on your plate? Chances are it's not quite the same as what's on other children's plates around the world. Come on a journey to see how people in different countries prepare, eat and think about their food. Beautiful photographs and illustrations capture the food culture of 14 countries. Each spread includes an overview of the country and its native foods, photographs of the various dishes with pronunciations and descriptions, an easy recipe for kids to try and an illustrated map of the country. With so many fun elements to intrigue them, young foodies will be excited to learn about how people eat across the globe!

This boxed card deck includes 50 creative mindfulness games, visualizations and exercises divided into 5 categories to help children feel grounded, find calm, improve focus, practice loving-kindness and relax. Whimsical full-color illustrations on both sides of the cards break down each practice into easy-to-follow steps. Tips on individual cards plus an 8-page instructional booklet show modifications that make these activities inclusive for children of all abilities.

Describes nine simple meditation exercises to help kids find focus, manage stress, and face challenges. Feeling mindful is feeling good You know when you're having a bad day, you have that wobbly feeling inside and nothing seems to go right? Find a quiet place, sit down, and meditate In this daily companion, kids of any age will learn simple exercises to help manage stress and emotions, find focus, and face challenges. They'll discover how to feel safe when scared, relax when anxious, spread kindness, and calm anger when frustrated. Simple, secular, and mainstream, this mindfulness book is an excellent tool for helping kids deal with the stresses of everyday life.