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Mindfulness and Yoga in the Early Childhood Classroom (5%)
03/25/2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT
Admission
- Free
Location
Columbia Public Library
100 W. Broadway
Columbia, MO 65203
Room Number: Conference Room B
100 W. Broadway
Columbia, MO 65203
Room Number: Conference Room B
Summary
**THIS IS AN IN PERSON IN COLUMBIA, MO**: This session will provide participants with an overview of how mindfulness and yoga practices can be implemented in the early childhood classroom. We will explore how mindfulness impacts children's and adults' physical and mental health as well as how we can implement these simple practices to improve the classroom environment. Participants will walk away with a plan of how to incorporate these practices into their daily routines.
Description
Trainer: Abby Sites
Objectives:
Participants will understand how mindfulness and yoga practices can improve children's social-emotional health. Participants will utilize mindfulness and yoga practices when planning their daily schedule. Participants will create an action plan to teach children mindfulness and yoga practices.
Core Competencies:
- 2.4.4.a - Evaluates the appropriateness and effectiveness of activities and interactions relating to social and emotional development.
- 5.4.1.d - Follows practices to support the emotional well-being of children and youth.
- 5.4.3.b - Consistently monitors and implements strategies to support mental well-being of children and youth.
CDAs:
- Health and Safety
- Learning Environment and Curriculum