The Joyful Child

di Kira Willey (Autore)

Rodale Books, 2026

Rediscover the pure delight of parenting with 75+ playful activities that help kids focus their attention, calm their bodies, and let go of anxiety—from the bestselling author of Breathe Like a Bear. What if your chaotic mornings, bedtime battles with your child, and their transition meltdowns could turn into moments of laughter, connection, and genuine joy between you? What if your child was able to manage their emotions, focus when needed, and stay in control even in challenging circumstances? You don’t need special training to bring about this magic—you need bestselling author, recording artist, and mindfulness teacher Kira Willey’s expert, energetic guidance. Her signature method prioritizes presence and play and honors a child’s natural love of music and movement as pathways to calm and focus. Rather than dealing with emotional overwhelm after it happens, her simple activities build lasting regulation skills in kids while making everyday moments more fun for the whole family. The Joyful Child is organized by time of day—from “Wake-Up Wiggle!” which transforms mornings into celebration with fun movement, to “The Worry Box,” which gives children a place to leave their concerns at night. Each activity takes one minute or less but transforms ordinary routines into extraordinary opportunities for connection. The Joyful Child includes: • QR codes to videos demonstrating songs and rhythm games that captivate children while helping them find focus and calm • Classroom adaptations for teachers to bring these practices to school • Curated song suggestions from the author’s award-winning catalog • “Calm Starts with You” tips for grounded, present parenting Parents of young children need proactive solutions that prevent crises before they start—especially with children’s anxiety at an all-time high. Consider The Joyful Child your essential toolkit for creating the calm, joyful family life you’ve been craving.

• Autore: Kira Willey
• Anno edizione: 2026
• Editore: Rodale Books
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Other
• EAN: 9780593980613