Mindfulness Puzzles for Kids
What’s inside...
A delightful collection of over 100 puzzles and activities designed to introduce mindfulness and calm to children. Through engaging exercises such as sudokus, crosswords, word searches, mazes, and brainteasers, kids develop focus, peace, and emotional balance. The collection also includes helpful mindfulness tips for maintaining calm. Perfect for keeping kids busy, entertained, and relaxed, especially during travel and school holidays.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is one new mindfulness technique you learned from these puzzles, and how do you think it can help you in everyday life?
Can you think of a time when using mindfulness helped you feel better? How did it change the situation?
Which puzzle was your favorite and why? How did it make you feel while solving it?
If you could create your own mindfulness puzzle, what would it look like and what problem would it help solve?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting a puzzle, ask your child what they know about mindfulness and discuss what they hope to learn or gain from the puzzles.
After completing a puzzle, encourage your child to express how they felt during the process and any new ideas they have about mindfulness.
Use examples from your own experience where mindfulness has helped you manage stress or focus better, making the conversation relatable.
Encourage your child to teach you a puzzle, reinforcing their understanding and letting them take on the role of the teacher.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Mindfulness and Focus
Explanation: Through engaging puzzles, this book teaches children to concentrate and be present in the moment.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children to calm their minds in stressful situations, leading to better decision making.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The puzzles challenge kids to think critically and creatively to find solutions.
Real-World Application: Enhanced problem-solving skills can assist children in academics and social interactions, teaching them to navigate challenges effectively.
Example Lesson: Patience and Persistence
Explanation: Some puzzles might be challenging, requiring children to try multiple approaches before succeeding.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of perseverance, which is essential for achieving long-term goals in real life.
Example Lesson: Attention to Detail
Explanation: Puzzles require attention to finer details to be solved correctly.
Real-World Application: Improving attention to detail can help in academic subjects such as math and reading, enhancing overall learning efficiency.