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Yoga for Children and Teens

With their sense of wonder, desire for knowledge and great physical flexibility, children are natural yogis. And teenagers will be happy to know that yoga can help ease the everyday stresses and pressures of their lives. These links will help introduce yoga to curious youngsters, and to give teens some areas to explore.

My First Yoga - Animal Poses

My First Yoga - Animal Poses Apple iPad App was among the winners in About.com's 2011 Readers' Choice Awards Winners.

Storybook Yoga

This children's book not only teaches yoga poses but enchants the reader with magical stories from around the world.

Chakra Energy Yoga Game

Spiraling Heart's was awarded The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval for their Chakra Energy Yoga Game.

Yoga for Kids

More than learning the poses, the yoga experience will encourage kids to explore the unfamiliar with open minds and be comfortable in their bodies.

Yoga for the Whole Family

Yoga is adaptable enough for the whole family to enjoy; moms, dads, kids, and grandparents can all benefits from a yoga practice that fits their needs and stage of life.

Yoga for Teens

This is an excerpt from the book Yoga for Teens by Thia Luby. It includes basic information and a half-dozen poses (with their animal equivalents).

Radiant Yoga for All Kids - Preschool to Teens

This set of yoga postures is specifically geared towards kids. Included are simple, childlike drawings illustrating each pose, plus meditation and hints for happiness.

Baby Yoga

This form of yoga strengthens and soothes babies as they learn how to sit, kick, crawl, and walk in their brand new little bodies.

Yoga for the Special Child

It's the natural way to increase a child's body awareness, improve concentration, and reduce hyperactivity.

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