Best Giselle Shardlow Podcasts (2025)

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#053 School Trends 2025: 75% of Children Struggle with Self-Regulation with Margaret Rice 31:46

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Margaret Rice, founder of Your Therapy Source, as they unpack the results of a nationwide survey with over 1,000 school-based therapists and educators. The findings reveal a growing crisis in self-regulation among children and highlight the urgent need for movement, mindfulness, and play in c…

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#052 - How to Create an Inclusive, Accessible, & Trauma-Informed Yoga Class with Larissa Noto 33:07

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Larissa Noto of The Lovely Little Lotus Yoga as they talk about an important topic for our community of yoga educators: "How do we ensure that our kids yoga classes are inclusive, accessible, and trauma-informed, so that all children feel seen, heard, and understood?" From her unique experien…

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#051 Mindful Monday - Love & Acceptance 5:45

1M ago5:45

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In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you bring more love and acceptance to your life. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to prepare, focus, and manage the day ahead. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let's begin. 💛…

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#050 Be Unapologetically Impatient: Create Change with Courage & Compassion with Dr. Christina Cipriano 38:30

1M ago38:30

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Dr. Christina Cipriano, author of "Be Unapologetically Impatient" and Director of the Education Collaboratory at Yale, as they explore what it takes to create meaningful change—at home, at school, and in our communities. Through personal stories and practical tools, Dr. Cipriano shares how em…

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#049 Sugar, Autism, and Whole-Child Wellness with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh 44:41

2M ago44:41

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories and Dr. Joel Gator Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician, as they discuss integrative pediatric health, focusing on finding balance between conventional and holistic approaches for children's wellness. From sugar and autism to the importance of open conversations, this episode covers practical str…

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#048 How to Make Your Class Multicultural with Leanna Guillen Mora 34:41

2M ago34:41

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Leanna Guillen Mora, founder of All Done Monkey and Multicultural Kid Blogs, as we talk about a popular topic that we hear from our community: "How do we ensure that our kids yoga classes are multicultural and inclusive so that we are catering to the needs of all children and ensuring that al…

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#047 Mindful Monday - Greet the Day 5:33

2M ago5:33

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In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you greet the day. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to prepare, focus, and manage the day ahead. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let's begin. 💛…

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#046 How to Create an After-School Mindfulness Club with JaTorra Commodore 38:42

3M ago38:42

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and JaTorra Commodore, of Commodore Coaching, as they talk about an interesting topic: "How do we create a successful after-school mindfulness club?" JaTorra shares her story of how she created an after-school mindfulness club after leaving her position as an elementary school teacher after 20 ye…

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#045 Exploring Mindfulness-Based Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in Education with Athea Davis 31:19

3M ago31:19

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Athea Davis, a leader in Mindfulness-Based Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Co-Secretary of the Coalition of Schools Educating Mindfully (COSEM), to discuss the transformative power of mindfulness in education. Athea shares her inspirational journey and practical insights into integrating …

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#044 How to Reduce Anxiety in Early Childhood Classrooms with Colleen Smith 29:42

4M ago29:42

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Colleen Smith of ChildLight Yoga as they talk about an important topic for our community of kids yoga teachers and early childhood educators: "How do we reduce anxiety in the early childhood classroom (with simple yoga and mindfulness activities)?" In this interview, Colleen Smith from ChildL…

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#043 How to Add Picture Books to Kids Yoga Class with Jodie Rodriguez 26:57

4M ago26:57

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Jodie Rodriguez, founder of Growing Book by Book, as we talk about a popular topic that we hear from our community: "How do we capture the focus and attention of children while reading children's books during a kids yoga session?" From over a decade of running the popular Growing Book by Book…

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#042 Mindful Monday - Seize the Beauty 6:51

4M ago6:51

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In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you seize the beauty. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage stress. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let's begin. 💛…

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#041 How to Incorporate Literacy in Children's Yoga Classes with Melissa Taylor 26:46

4M ago26:46

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Melissa Taylor, founder of Imagination Soup, a literacy expert and advocate for children's literature, as they discuss ways to integrate books into children's yoga classes and gain insights into fostering a love of reading. Some highlights: -Learn how to effectively integrate children's books…

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#040 Yoga for Autism and Special Needs with Shawnee Thornton Hardy 51:55

4M ago51:55

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Shawnee Thornton Hardy, founder of Asanas for Autism and Special Needs, as they discuss how yoga practices are making a difference for individuals with autism and special needs. Shawnee generously shares insights and success stories from incorporating yoga into her educational approach with n…

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#039 Essential Tips for Teaching Baby Yoga with Shari Vilchez-Blatt 45:17

5M ago45:17

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Shari Vilchez-Blatt, founder of Karma Kids Yoga, as we talk about a common question that we hear from our kids yoga teacher community: "How do we best teach yoga to babies and toddlers?" After teaching yoga for over 20 years, Shari generously shares her journey in teaching baby yoga and lesso…

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#038 Mindful Monday - Ground Yourself 6:48

5M ago6:48

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In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you ground yourself. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage stress. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let's begin. 💛…

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#037 Raising Resilient Kids: Trust, Risk, and Free-Range Parenting with Lenore Skenazy 49:30

5M ago49:30

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Lenore Skenazy, founder of the Free-Range Kids movement and president of Let Grow, as they discuss how Lenore's parenting choices many years ago sparked a national conversation that's lasted more than fifteen years. In this interview, she breaks down what it means to trust children's independ…

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#036 How to Teach Tween and Teen Yoga Classes with Claire Louise Smith 23:20

5M ago23:20

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Claire Louise Smith, co-founder of Ambassador Yoga, as they talk about an interesting question for our community of kids yoga teachers and educators-turned-kids-yoga-business-owners: "How do we create effective and engaging tween and teen yoga classes?" Claire draws from her 20 years of exper…

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#035 Mindful Monday - Meant to be Meditation 6:32

5M ago6:32

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In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you accept the moment with grace. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage stress. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let's begin. 💛…

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#034 Raising Happy, Healthy Kids: The Microbiome, Vagus Nerve, & Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Elisa Song 52:35

5M ago52:35

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Discover the keys to raising happy, healthy kids along with Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Dr. Elisa Song, a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert. Learn practical tips and science-backed strategies for optimizing your child's microbiome and overall wellness. Some highlight…

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#033 How to Apply for a School Yoga Grant with Leslie Wolfe 27:38

5M ago27:38

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Join Giselle Shardlow (founder of Kids Yoga Stories) and Leslie Wolfe (PE Teacher and founder of Playful Hearts Yoga) as we talk about a popular topic that we hear from our community: How do I apply for a grant for my school yoga program? We talk with Leslie, who applied for a grant through the American Heart Association (AHA) to start up a school …

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#032 Building Confidence and Connection: Essential Tips for New Teachers with Alisha 31:34

6M ago31:34

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Alisha from Rainbow Sky Creations as they talk about how starting out as a new kids yoga teacher can be overwhelming and share invaluable tips and strategies for new teachers. Some highlights: -The importance of keeping lesson plans simple and effective. -How to build strong connections with …

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#031 Simple Mindfulness Tools for Everyday School and Family Life with Sally Arnold 47:34

6M ago47:34

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Sally Arnold, founder of Mindful Compass, as they discuss how mindfulness can make a real difference for children, families, and educators in everyday life. In this interview, Sally shares practical techniques and powerful stories from her global experience teaching mindfulness. Some highligh…

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#030 Mindful Monday - Kindness Meditation 5:03

6M ago5:03

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In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you foster kindness. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage stress. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let's begin. 💛…

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#029 Teaching Mindfulness That Sticks: Creative and Culturally Relevant Approaches with Dr. Chris Willard 45:22

6M ago45:22

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Dr. Chris Willard, a clinical psychologist, best-selling author, international speaker, and mindfulness educator, as they discuss how to bring true depth, creativity, and cultural relevance to mindfulness practices for both children and adults. Chris helps cut through common myths and discuss…

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#028 How to Engage Children in your Kids Yoga Class with Laura McEgan 34:40

6M ago34:40

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Join Giselle Shardlow (founder of Kids Yoga Stories) and Laura McEgan (founder of Divine Light Yoga) as we talk about a popular topic that we hear from our community: How do we engage children of different ages in a kids yoga class? From her 20 years experience teaching kids yoga, Laura shares her tips of how to capture the focus and attention of d…

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#027 How to Integrate Yoga and Mindfulness into Summer Camps with Emily Fleming 32:12

7M ago32:12

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Emily Fleming, founder of Yoga in Classrooms and School Consulting, as we discuss how to integrate yoga into educational settings, specifically summer camps. Learn how yoga and mindfulness can transform the learning environment and enhance summer camp culture. Some highlights: -Emily's career…

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#026 Mindful Monday - Ordinary Moments Meditation 5:53

7M ago5:53

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Seek out the ordinary moments in life. In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate inner peace and embrace the ordinary moments in life. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage stress. Take …

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#025 The Importance of Teacher Self-Regulation with Allison Morgan 50:26

7M ago50:26

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Allison Morgan, founder of Zensational Kids, as they discuss integrating mindfulness and SEL in education. Discover practical strategies and insights into enhancing both student and teacher wellbeing. Some highlights: -Allison Morgan's professional background and journey into combining yoga w…

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#024 Overcoming Teacher Burnout: Boundaries and Positive Mindset with Grace Stevens 44:56

7M ago44:56

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Join us as Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, interviews Grace Stevens, host of the Balance Your Teacher Life Podcast, about essential strategies for setting boundaries in teaching. Learn how to manage stress, promote self-care, and maintain a positive classroom environment. Some highlights: - Importance of self-regulation and control …

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#023 Heartful of Peace: Music, Movement, Mindfulness Resource for Educators with Abby Wills 31:32

7M ago31:32

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Abby Wills, founder of Shanti Generation and co-creator of Heartful of Peace, as they explore the evolution of Abby's impactful work in kids yoga and mindfulness. Tune in to discover Abby latest project, "Heartful of Peace," a free music, movement, and mindfulness resource for educators. Some…

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#022 Mindful Monday - Embrace Uncertainty 7:37

8M ago7:37

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Embrace uncertainity in very uncertain times! In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate inner peace and embrace where you are at this moment. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage the wi…

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#021 What the Research Says About Mindfulness for Educators with Susan Dryer Leon 36:47

8M ago36:47

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Susan Dreyer Leon, director of the Mindfulness for Educators and Trauma Informed Education Programs at Antioch University, as they discuss the importance of mindfulness practices in education. Discover practical insights and strategies that can help educators thrive in challenging environment…

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#020 Why Mindfulness Teachers Are Essential in Schools with Liz Frink 41:24

8M ago41:24

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Liz Frink, founder of Mindfulness with Miss Liz, as they talk about the transformative benefits of mindfulness in schools based on her own capstone research paper. As a former early childhood educator, Liz shares her journey and insights into implementing mindfulness techniques to enhance stu…

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#019 Building Bridges: Effective Communication Between Parents and Teachers with Kelsey Sorensen 32:54

8M ago32:54

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Kelsey Sorensen, founder of Educate & Rejuvenate, as they discuss bridging the gap between teachers and parents. Discover practical advice and insights for fostering better communication and support in the educational community. Some highlights: -Difference between self-abandonment and selfis…

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#018 Mindful Monday - Calm Meditation 6:26

8M ago6:26

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Cultivate calm and start your week off right. 🌿✨ In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate inner peace. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and bring more calm into your day. Take a deep breath, …

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#017 Coping Skills for Kids: Practical Tips from School Counselor with Janine Halloran 32:20

8M ago32:20

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Janine Halloran, mental health counselor and founder of Coping Skills for Kids, as they explore effective coping skills for kids. Learn practical strategies to help children manage their emotions and thrive. Some highlights: -Discover the "rainbow grounding" technique to stay present -The imp…

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#016 Meet Kid Conservationist: Kids Yoga Video Creator & Children's Author with Jack Dalton 27:14

8M ago27:14

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Jack Dalton, the fourteen-year-old Kid Conservationist who is making a massive impact in environmental activism. Jack shares his journey that took him from a zoo visit in Tennessee to the jungles of Indonesia in his quest to save orangutans. From his experiences, he created a kids yoga video,…

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#015 How Mindfulness Helps Children Navigate Attention and Distraction with Lindsay Miller 32:20

9M ago32:20

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Lindsay Miller from The Stress Nanny (a kids mindfulness coach and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast) as they talk about the significance of mindfulness in helping both adults and children to boost their attention skills. Some highlights: -Attention and Distraction in Kids: Discover the link b…

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#014 Mindful Monday - Set Intention Meditation 5:07

9M ago5:07

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Start your week with intention. ✨ In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you set an intention for the week. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and bring more gratitude into your day. Take a deep breath, se…

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#013 How to Create Inclusive Environments for Black Kids with SonJoria Sydnor 35:57

9M ago35:57

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and SonJoria Sydnor of Our Family's Doing Yoga, and as they talk about an important topic for our yoga community: "How do we create inclusive, accessible spaces for black kids in our kids yoga classes?" Some highlights: - SonJoria's journey from educator to creating a yoga book for black kids. - …

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#012 How To Add Relevant & Meaningful Art to Yoga Classes with Cindy Ingram 36:46

9M ago36:46

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Cindy Ingram of Art Class Curator as they talk about the power of art in enriching the experiences of neurodivergent children in yoga classes. Discover practical insights and the impact of personal connections for learners on the autism spectrum. Some highlights: - Learn how personal connecti…

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#011 Mindful Monday - Gratitude Meditation 6:05

9M ago6:05

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Start your week with mindfulness and gratitude. 🌿✨ In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate appreciation, presence, and inner peace. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and bring more gratitude …

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#010 How To Teach a Boys-Focus Yoga Class with Liz Torres Zocchi 25:28

9M ago25:28

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Liz Torres Zocchi, owner of Mindful Yoga with Liz, as they talk about the unique challenges and rewards of running a yoga class exclusively for boys. Discover insights into how Liz connects with her students and fosters a love for yoga in a male-centric environment. Some highlights: - Liz's j…

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#009 How to Cater to Different Learning Styles in Kids Yoga Classes with Rachel Glowacki 19:14

10M ago19:14

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Rachel Glowacki of Move with Me Books, and as they talk about an interesting topic for our kids yoga community: "How do we cater to different learning styles in our kids yoga classes?" Some highlights: - Rachel's background and journey in teaching kids yoga - The importance of catering to dif…

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#008 How To Add Music to Your Kids Yoga Class with Kira Willey 33:27

10M ago33:27

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Join Giselle Shardlow (founder of Kids Yoga Stories) and Kira Willey (Children's Musician and Author Extraordinaire) as we talk about a popular topic that we hear from our community: How do we effectively add music to our kids yoga classes? AND How do we capture the focus and attention of children in our kids yoga classes? We talk with Kira Willey …

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#007 How to Adapt Yoga for Diverse Abilities with Rochelle Jewell 34:35

11M ago34:35

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Rochelle Jewell, founder of Yoga in Action, as they discuss valuable insights into teaching yoga to children with diverse abilities. Discover strategies for creating an inclusive and supportive environment in the yoga class. Some highlights: Learn about the importance of flexibility and meeti…

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#006 How Do Adults Practice Self-Care and Self-Compassion with Wendy O'Leary 50:23

11M ago50:23

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Join us as Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, interviews Wendy O'Leary, award-winning children's author of It's OK and Breathing Makes it Better, educator, and public speaker, about the importance of self-compassion for educators. Join them as they explore practical tips and insights on cultivating kindness towards oneself. Some highli…

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#005 How to Teach in Underserved and Low Income Schools with Shawandra Ford 30:34

11M ago30:34

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Shawandra Ford, of Brwnskn Yoga, as they talk about an important topic: "How do we effectively teach yoga to children in underserved and low-income schools?" Shawandra shares her story of how she grew Brwnskn Yoga while offering yoga to children in various settings, including low-income schoo…

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#004 How to Make Kids Yoga Class Playful, Creative, and Fun with Jaime Andrews 32:35

11M ago32:35

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Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Jaime Andrews of Kidding Around Yoga as they talk about an interesting topic for our community of yoga educators: "How do we make our kids yoga classes creative, playful, and fun, while also being safe, inclusive, and effective?" From her experience as a personal trainer, mom, and kids yoga t…