Moody Cow Meditates by Kerry Lee MacLean

Moody Cow Meditates

Kerry Lee MacLean

Wisdom Publications · Print & ebook · September 1, 2009

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Who it’s for
A funny, illustrated story makes mindfulness approachable for children and the grown-ups reading alongside them.
Themes
Mindfulness and meditation, Managing negative emotions, Finding calm
Genres
Mindfulness & Meditation, Cow Stories, Big Feelings

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Do you want to help the children in your life discover stillness, calm, confidence, and resilience? Children can develop greater joy and concentration through the practices of mindfulness and meditation, and Moody Cow Meditates is the perfect way to introduce them. This vibrant and funny children's book is a playful way to introduce children to the power of meditation.

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With full color illustrations by the author, Moody Cow Meditates is a wonderful book for parents and children to share together. It all started one stupid, rotten day when everything went wrong... Peter the cow is having a BAD day. After missing the bus and wiping out on his bike he loses his temper and gets in trouble. To make matters worse all the other kids are teasing him, calling him Moody Cow. Peter's day just seems to get worse until his grandfather comes over and teaches him how to settle his mind and let go of his frustration through a simple and fun exercise. You’ll love Moody Cow Meditates because it - Teaches kids how to handle their negative emotions - Encourages mindfulness ad meditation - Is funny and easy-to-read - Has full-color illustrations by the author throughout - Includes exercises to make your own meditation jar at home “Teaching children to meditate might be as easy as herding any other group of frisky critters. Moody Cow Meditates fills a distinct void in kid literature.”—Publishers Weekly All of us, adults and children, struggle with ‘Moody Cow’ days sometimes, where we feel caught up in our anger and other emotions. This book is an accessible introduction to using mindfulness to find relief and calm.

Calm in Motion

A funny, illustrated story makes mindfulness approachable for children and the grown-ups reading alongside them.

Come here for

  • A playful introduction to settling big feelings
  • A shared read about finding calm after a rough day

Expect

  • Full-color illustrations by the author
  • A simple meditation exercise and a meditation jar activity

Where it sits

Big Feelings69%
Mindfulness & Meditation59%
Cow Stories51%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Cow Stories
  • Big Feelings
  • Manners & Etiquette
  • Values & Virtues
Authors
Kerry Lee MacLean
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Published
September 1, 2009
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Mindfulness and meditation · Managing negative emotions · Finding calm
Reading lane
Cow Stories