Zen Ninja: A Children's Book About Mindful Star Breathing (Ninja Life Hacks)
#37 of 122 in Ninja Life Hacks Series
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What do you do when it seems the world is crashing down on you? Zen Ninja shares the Five Star Breathing technique to overcome worry, stress, and anxiety. Use it anytime, anywhere to find your zen and calm! Find out what happens in this comedic book about developing your zen. Life is hard! And it's even harder for children who are just trying to figure things out. The new children's book series, Ninja Life Hacks, was developed to help children learn valuable life skills. Fun, pint-size characters in comedic books easy enough for young readers, yet witty enough for adults. The Ninja Life Hacks book series is geared to kids 3-11. Perfect for boys, girls, early readers, primary school students, or toddlers. Excellent resource for counselors, parents, and teachers alike. Collect all the Ninja Life Hacks books! Fun, free printables link in the author's profile!
Discussion points
What did you learn about star breathing from the Zen Ninja?
How did the Zen Ninja feel before and after using mindful breathing?
Can you think of a time when you felt like the Zen Ninja and needed to calm down?
Why do you think mindful breathing helped the Zen Ninja?
How can we use star breathing in our daily lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, discuss with your child what 'mindfulness' means and why it's important.
Encourage your child to demonstrate star breathing as you read about it in the book.
Relate the story's scenarios to real-life situations in your child’s experience to help them connect with the content.
After reading, practice star breathing together and discuss how it makes each of you feel.
Praise your child for sharing their thoughts and feelings, reinforcing open communication.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Mindfulness through controlled breathing
Explanation: The story highlights Zen Ninja practicing Star Breathing, a technique to help find calm and focus.
Real-World Application: Children can use this breathing method to manage their emotions and achieve calmness during overwhelming situations.
Example Lesson: The importance of self-control
Explanation: Zen Ninja demonstrates the power of mastering one's mind and reactions, promoting self-discipline.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to control their reactions during challenging moments, such as during conflicts with peers or while learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Cultivating peacefulness
Explanation: The book emphasizes the virtue of peace in Zen Ninja's demeanor and actions, encouraging a serene spirit.
Real-World Application: Children can strive to embody tranquility in their daily interactions, fostering harmonious relationships and reducing conflict.
Example Lesson: Enhancing concentration
Explanation: Zen Ninja shows how focusing on breathing leads to better concentration on present tasks.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to practice mindful concentration during school tasks or while engaging in hobbies, improving their attentiveness and proficiency.
Example Lesson: Understanding the body-mind connection
Explanation: Exploration of how physical habits, like breathing, impact mental states is a key theme.
Real-World Application: Children can become more aware of how their body's state affects their emotions and thoughts, leading to healthier mental and physical practices.