Pilot Program... Can a Picture Book Promote Mindfulness?

request opinion picture book Have you used a picture book to promote mindfulness? What were your observations?

I wrote a picture book "Edwina Beena's Polka Dot Day" to help children like me (traumatic childhood) to have a more peaceful mind. My original goal was to get my book distributed to kids in hospitals but it seems like the classroom is where it will end up. I did a pilot program with five second grade classrooms. The results were amazing! I have put together a teacher's packet with curriculum ideas, handouts and instructions for activities. If any teachers are interested in finding out more or trying it out please contact me. I will be doing this project with preschoolers next.

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9/6/1511:36 AM

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Krys CooperMember

HI - I have used "Visiting Feelings" and "Silence," both picture books. I also have used "The Listening Walk," by Paul Showers. The success I have had with "Visiting Feelings" has been tremendous. Adults (some in recovery) and children alike can appreciate the idea of a feeling coming in, staying for a short time, and then passing by. Beautiful and a good beginning to the conversation about self-regulation and affect management. Good luck with your project!

Krys Cooper

9/6/158:13 PM

Janie LancasterMember

Thank you Krys for sharing your ideas.

9/6/159:13 PM

Raymond LambertMember

I am not surprised that your picture book should work so well. Only yesterday, I noticed in a book shop, a whole collection of 'colouring books' for ADULTS !! something I had never seen before. Check this article http://www.theguardian.com/lif...-colouring-in-adults and look up this Secret Garden and other collections.

9/11/154:21 AM

Dayna SharpMember

Janie, I'm interested in your book/handouts. Thanks!

9/11/156:19 AM

Amanda GleasonMember

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

9/11/157:32 AM

Katherine BacherMember

Hello,

Is your book already for sale? thank you, I work with small children in a Homeless family shelter, thank you

Katherine

9/11/159:43 AM

Janie LancasterMember

Please email me at djlancastersr@juno.com and I will attach information for you.

Originally Posted by Dayna Sharp:

Janie, I'm interested in your book/handouts. Thanks!

9/11/157:50 PM

Katherine BacherMember

I tried to contact you by your email address and it was rejected several times.. I was asking if I can get one package or book, if you can tell me how much it its.

thank you , KatherineOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

Please contact me through my email djlancastersr@juno.com and I will give you information. I give special packages for groups like yours. I want so much to help kids like yours. How many books will you need?

Originally Posted by Amanda Gleason:

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

9/14/159:43 AM

Dana Eisenberg, LCSWMember

Hi Janie,

I'm an elementary school counselor on the Flathead Reservation in Arlee, Montana. I'd love to know how to access your book and materials, especially at a discounted rate since we have zero budget for such things.

Thanks so much!

Dana Eisenberg

9/14/1511:37 AM

Katherine BacherMember

I would like to get one copy or package. thank you

Katherine, let me know when you need the addressOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

I would be happy to work with you. Please let me know how many books you would need. Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I tried to contact you by your email address and it was rejected several times.. I was asking if I can get one package or book, if you can tell me how much it its.

thank you , KatherineOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

Originally Posted by Amanda Gleason:

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

9/14/155:03 PM

Katherine BacherMember

Originally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

The Teacher Packets are $10 with $5 for shipping and handling. I can send it right out now.

are Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I would like to get one copy or package. thank you

Katherine, let me know when you need the addressOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

I would be happy to work with you. Please let me know how many books you would need. Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I tried to contact you by your email address and it was rejected several times.. I was asking if I can get one package or book, if you can tell me how much it its.

thank you , KatherineOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

Originally Posted by Amanda Gleason:

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

9/15/159:13 AM

Katherine BacherMember

my address is 165 22nd Str. Richmond 94801 CA, do you want me to send a check when I receive it? one teacher kit please, thank youOriginally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

Originally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

The Teacher Packets are $10 with $5 for shipping and handling. I can send it right out now.

are Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I would like to get one copy or package. thank you

Katherine, let me know when you need the addressOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

I would be happy to work with you. Please let me know how many books you would need. Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I tried to contact you by your email address and it was rejected several times.. I was asking if I can get one package or book, if you can tell me how much it its.

thank you , KatherineOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

Originally Posted by Amanda Gleason:

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

9/15/159:15 AM

Janie LancasterMember

Thank you for getting back to me but we need to move our private dialog over and here is how - https://www.pacesconnection.com/...on-members-and-staff

I also sent you a message in your dialog box with my phone number.

Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

my address is 165 22nd Str. Richmond 94801 CA, do you want me to send a check when I receive it? one teacher kit please, thank youOriginally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

Originally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

The Teacher Packets are $10 with $5 for shipping and handling. I can send it right out now.

are Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I would like to get one copy or package. thank you

Katherine, let me know when you need the addressOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

I would be happy to work with you. Please let me know how many books you would need. Originally Posted by Katherine Bacher:

I tried to contact you by your email address and it was rejected several times.. I was asking if I can get one package or book, if you can tell me how much it its.

thank you , KatherineOriginally Posted by Janie Lancaster:

Originally Posted by Amanda Gleason:

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

9/16/1510:17 AM

Janie LancasterMember

Katherine,

I have tried to contact you. I have a package ready for you. Please contact meat: djlancastersr@juno.com

10/7/155:28 PM

Janie LancasterMember

I have been trying to contact you. Please email me at: djlancastersr@juno.com

Originally Posted by Amanda Gleason:

I run violence prevention community groups for a Domestic Violence agency for elementary aged kids and would be very interested in this book!

10/7/155:30 PM

Janie LancasterMember

Still trying to contact you. email me at: djlancastersr@juno.com

Originally Posted by Dayna Sharp:

Janie, I'm interested in your book/handouts. Thanks!

10/7/155:32 PM

Janie LancasterMember

Thanks to all of you who have responded to my post. Your positive response has inspired me to continue to work on updating and making improvements to my Kidspiration program. I welcome your feedback and suggestions to my work in progress. Let me know how it works for you in your differing fields.

10/13/159:40 AM

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