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The Kids Wellness Podcast#027 How to Integrate Yoga and Mindfulness into Summer Camps with Emily FlemingJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Emily Fleming, founder of Yoga in Classrooms and School Consulting, as we discuss how to integrate yoga into educational settings, specifically summer camps. Learn how yoga and mindfulness can transform the learning environment and enhance summer camp culture. Some highlights: -Emily's career transition from a classroom teacher to a yoga and mindfulness educator. -The importance of starting with your own practice as a teacher before incorporating it into the classroom. -Strategies for securing summer camp yoga instructor positions. -The significance of customizing yoga and...2025-05-1132 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#026 Mindful Monday - Ordinary Moments MeditationSeek out the ordinary moments in life. In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate inner peace and embrace the ordinary moments in life. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage stress. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s begin. 💛 🧘🏽♂️🧘♀️🧘🏿♀️ Kids Yoga Stories, a mom-run and mom-operated business, was founded in 2012 by former classroom teacher and certified yoga instructor Giselle Shardlow. During her travels and time teaching grades kinderga...2025-05-0505 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#025 The Importance of Teacher Self-Regulation with Allison MorganJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Allison Morgan, founder of Zensational Kids, as they discuss integrating mindfulness and SEL in education. Discover practical strategies and insights into enhancing both student and teacher wellbeing. Some highlights: -Allison Morgan’s professional background and journey into combining yoga with occupational therapy. -The impact of COVID-19 on educational practices and mindfulness in schools. -Key practices for teachers to manage their own stress and enhance classroom environments. -The role of self-regulation in effective teaching and learning. -Practical advice for educators on starting sm...2025-05-0450 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#024 Overcoming Teacher Burnout: Boundaries and Positive Mindset with Grace StevensJoin us as Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, interviews Grace Stevens, host of the Balance Your Teacher Life Podcast, about essential strategies for setting boundaries in teaching. Learn how to manage stress, promote self-care, and maintain a positive classroom environment. Some highlights: - Importance of self-regulation and control for teachers - Strategies for setting healthy boundaries and saying "no" - The significance of self-care and reflecting on personal interests - The "ECHO" framework for educator empowerment - Integrating gratitude and mindfulness into the classroom Find Grace here:...2025-04-2744 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#023 Heartful of Peace: Music, Movement, Mindfulness Resource for Educators with Abby WillsJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Abby Wills, founder of Shanti Generation and co-creator of Heartful of Peace, as they explore the evolution of Abby’s impactful work in kids yoga and mindfulness. Tune in to discover Abby latest project, "Heartful of Peace," a free music, movement, and mindfulness resource for educators. Some highlights: • Evolution of Abby's work and recent focus on supporting educators and organizations. • Insights into the growth of kids yoga and its widespread impact. • The creation and features of the "Heartful of Peace" children's music album and reso...2025-04-2031 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#022 Mindful Monday - Embrace UncertaintyEmbrace uncertainity in very uncertain times! In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate inner peace and embrace where you are at this moment. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and manage the wild ride that is our world right now. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s begin. 💛 2025-04-1407 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#021 What the Research Says About Mindfulness for Educators with Susan Dryer LeonJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Susan Dreyer Leon, director of the Mindfulness for Educators and Trauma Informed Education Programs at Antioch University, as they discuss the importance of mindfulness practices in education. Discover practical insights and strategies that can help educators thrive in challenging environments. Some highlights: -The inception and development of the Mindfulness for Educators program at Antioch University -Benefits of mindfulness practices for teachers and the research supporting it -Practical mindfulness techniques teachers can implement in their classrooms -Addressing systemic challenges in education that mindfulness alone cannot...2025-04-1336 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#020 Why Mindfulness Teachers Are Essential in Schools with Liz FrinkJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Liz Frink, founder of Mindfulness with Miss Liz, as they talk about the transformative benefits of mindfulness in schools based on her own capstone research paper. As a former early childhood educator, Liz shares her journey and insights into implementing mindfulness techniques to enhance student wellbeing and learning in classrooms. She explains how her research highlights the importance of hiring trained Mindfulness Teachers, not just adding more to the classroom teacher's plate. Some highlights: -Importance of a calm state for effective learning -Role of Mindfulness Teachers...2025-04-0641 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#019 Building Bridges: Effective Communication Between Parents and Teachers with Kelsey SorensenJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Kelsey Sorensen, founder of Educate & Rejuvenate, as they discuss bridging the gap between teachers and parents. Discover practical advice and insights for fostering better communication and support in the educational community. Some highlights: -Difference between self-abandonment and selfishness. -Tips for effective teacher-parent communication. -Kelsey's "Educate and Rejuvenate" book and additional resources. -Importance of self-care for parents and teachers. -Real-life examples and personal stories for inspiration. Find Kelsey here: Website Podcast Kelsey’s book on Amazon: (affiliate) Boo...2025-03-3132 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#018 Mindful Monday - Calm MeditationCultivate calm and start your week off right. 🌿✨ In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate inner peace. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and bring more calm into your day. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s begin. 💛 Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidsyogastories Website: https://www.kidsyogastories.com/ Shop: https://shop.kidsyogastories.com/2025-03-2406 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#017 Coping Skills for Kids: Practical Tips from School Counselor with Janine HalloranJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Janine Halloran, mental health counselor and founder of Coping Skills for Kids, as they explore effective coping skills for kids. Learn practical strategies to help children manage their emotions and thrive. Some highlights: -Discover the "rainbow grounding" technique to stay present -The importance of personalized and flexible self-care routines -Creative self-care strategies during crises like the pandemic -Using play and silliness to engage children in therapy -Proactive planning to manage anxiety and strong emotions Find Janine here: Website: https...2025-03-2332 min
Calm and Connected PodcastThe Power of Yoga and Movement StrategiesOn today's podcast I speak with Giselle Shardlow, M.Ed., from Kids Yoga Stories. She is a colleague I connected with recently who has so much experience working with kids through movement, mindfulness and yoga.This is a sneak peek of the Family Resilience Speaker Series starting on March 31st, 2025.Sign up here to attend the FREE Series. https://copingskillsforkids.com/resilienceAbout The Guest - Giselle ShardlowKids Yoga Stories was founded in 2012 by classroom teacher and trained yoga instructor Giselle Shardlow. Through her travels and teaching grades K-5th...2025-03-2022 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#016 Meet Kid Conservationist: Kids Yoga Video Creator & Children's Author with Jack DaltonJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Jack Dalton, the fourteen-year-old Kid Conservationist who is making a massive impact in environmental activism. Jack shares his journey that took him from a zoo visit in Tennessee to the jungles of Indonesia in his quest to save orangutans. From his experiences, he created a kids yoga video, which he then adapated into a children’s book, Kawan the Orangutan Lost in the Rainforest! Jack's story shows how passion and dedication can make a difference at any age. Some highlights: -Jack's journey from a homeschool lesson to...2025-03-1627 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#015 How Mindfulness Helps Children Navigate Attention and Distraction with Lindsay MillerJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Lindsay Miller from The Stress Nanny (a kids mindfulness coach and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast) as they talk about the significance of mindfulness in helping both adults and children to boost their attention skills. Some highlights: -Attention and Distraction in Kids: Discover the link between increased screen time, post-pandemic behaviors, and how it's impacting children's attention spans. -Mindfulness Techniques for Kids: Lindsay breaks down easy, practical methods to teach mindfulness to children, helping them stay present and focused. -Montessori Approach: Learn how respect...2025-03-0932 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#014 Mindful Monday - Set Intention Meditation Start your week with intention. ✨ In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you set an intention for the week. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and bring more gratitude into your day. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s begin. 💛 Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidsyogastories Website: https://www.kidsyogastories.com/ Shop: https://shop.kidsyogastories.com/2025-03-0305 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#013 How to Create Inclusive Environments for Black Kids with SonJoria SydnorJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and SonJoria Sydnor of Our Family's Doing Yoga, and as they talk about an important topic for our yoga community: "How do we create inclusive, accessible spaces for black kids in our kids yoga classes?" Some highlights: - SonJoria's journey from educator to creating a yoga book for black kids. - The role of authenticity and cultural representation in enriching yoga experiences for children. - Practical advice for non-black people on authentically including black kids in yoga and classrooms. - Insights into SonJoria's family's yoga resources a...2025-03-0235 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#012 How To Add Relevant & Meaningful Art to Yoga Classes with Cindy IngramJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Cindy Ingram of Art Class Curator as they talk about the power of art in enriching the experiences of neurodivergent children in yoga classes. Discover practical insights and the impact of personal connections for learners on the autism spectrum. Some highlights: - Learn how personal connections with art can create a safe and welcoming space for children with autism, making art relevant and accessible. - Cindy shares her personal journey of identifying her own neurodiversity after her daughters' diagnoses and how this reshaped...2025-02-2336 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#011 Mindful Monday - Gratitude MeditationStart your week with mindfulness and gratitude. 🌿✨ In this special Mindful Monday, Giselle guides you through a simple yet powerful practice to help you cultivate appreciation, presence, and inner peace. Whether you're an educator, parent, or anyone working with children, this meditation is a perfect way to reset, refocus, and bring more gratitude into your day. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s begin. 💛 🧘🏽♂️🧘♀️🧘🏿♀️ Kids Yoga Stories, a mom-run and mom-operated business, was founded in 2012 by former classroom teacher and certified yoga instructor Giselle Shardlow. During her travels and time teaching grades kindergarten...2025-02-1706 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#010 How To Teach a Boys-Focus Yoga Class with Liz Torres ZocchiJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Liz Torres Zocchi, owner of Mindful Yoga with Liz, as they talk about the unique challenges and rewards of running a yoga class exclusively for boys. Discover insights into how Liz connects with her students and fosters a love for yoga in a male-centric environment. Some highlights: - Liz's journey from a corporate career to kids yoga instruction - The benefits and challenges of offering a boys-only yoga class - Strategies for gaining buy-in from boys - How Liz structures her boys-only yoga classes2025-02-1625 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#009 How to Cater to Different Learning Styles in Kids Yoga Classes with Rachel GlowackiJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Rachel Glowacki of Move with Me Books, and as they talk about an interesting topic for our kids yoga community: "How do we cater to different learning styles in our kids yoga classes?" Some highlights: - Rachel's background and journey in teaching kids yoga - The importance of catering to different learning styles in yoga - Tips for incorporating different learning styles in yoga sessions - How Rachel connected with a child using different learning styles - Rachel's favorite props and books for...2025-02-0919 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#008 How To Add Music to Your Kids Yoga Class with Kira WilleyJoin Giselle Shardlow (founder of Kids Yoga Stories) and Kira Willey (Children's Musician and Author Extraordinaire) as we talk about a popular topic that we hear from our community: How do we effectively add music to our kids yoga classes? AND How do we capture the focus and attention of children in our kids yoga classes? We talk with Kira Willey about how she uses music to engage a room full of 400 children in an instant. Kira shares how we can easily use rhythm and song to capture children's attention in the classroom, at home, or at...2025-02-0633 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#007 How to Adapt Yoga for Diverse Abilities with Rochelle JewellJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Rochelle Jewell, founder of Yoga in Action, as they discuss valuable insights into teaching yoga to children with diverse abilities. Discover strategies for creating an inclusive and supportive environment in the yoga class. Some highlights: Learn about the importance of flexibility and meeting each child where they are in educational settings. Explore the transformative effects of yoga and mindfulness on children with diverse needs, including physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Gain insight into adapting yoga practices to be more inclusive, emphasizing the combination of mindfulness, breathing techniques, and physical...2025-01-1234 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#006 How Do Adults Practice Self-Care and Self-Compassion with Wendy O'LearyJoin us as Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, interviews Wendy O'Leary, award-winning children's author of It's OK and Breathing Makes it Better, educator, and public speaker, about the importance of self-compassion for educators. Join them as they explore practical tips and insights on cultivating kindness towards oneself. Some highlights: Discover the three components of self-compassion: mindfulness, common humanity, and self-kindness Learn simple practices and phrases to offer yourself care during challenging moments Understand the benefits of self-compassion for educators facing constant demands and stress Explore the resistance to self-care in education and the importance of overcoming i...2025-01-1150 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#005 How to Teach in Underserved and Low Income Schools with Shawandra FordJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Shawandra Ford, of Brwnskn Yoga, as they talk about an important topic: "How do we effectively teach yoga to children in underserved and low-income schools?" Shawandra shares her story of how she grew Brwnskn Yoga while offering yoga to children in various settings, including low-income schools, private schools, afterschool clubs, during athletic practices, and at special events. Her go-for-it attitude and passion for making a difference in the lives of children is inspiring! Find Shawandra here: Website: https://brwnsknyoga.com/ Instagram:/ brwnsknyoga Facebook: / brwnsk...2025-01-1130 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#004 How to Make Kids Yoga Class Playful, Creative, and Fun with Jaime AndrewsJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Jaime Andrews of Kidding Around Yoga as they talk about an interesting topic for our community of yoga educators: "How do we make our kids yoga classes creative, playful, and fun, while also being safe, inclusive, and effective?” From her experience as a personal trainer, mom, and kids yoga teacher, Jaime brings a passion and enthusiasm to her kids yoga classes that captures the attention of her students. She shares her top tips for creating playful yoga classes, while ensuring that we are meeting the needs and preferences of...2025-01-1132 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#003 How to Teach 15-Minute Mindfulness Sessions in Classrooms with Abigail WilberJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Abigail Wilber, founder of The Mindfulness Practice, as they discuss practical ways mindfulness can transform classroom dynamics and enhance student wellbeing. Discover proven techniques and valuable insights into how to teach 15-minute mindfulness sessions in classrooms. Some highlights: Setting clear expectations for mindfulness practices and yoga Successful mindfulness activities like Belly Breathing and "Cross the Line" Addressing disruptive behavior with mindfulness Overcoming challenges in implementing yoga and mindfulness in schools Abby's journey and advice for aspiring kids yoga teachers Find Abby here: Website:https://abigailwilber.com/ ...2025-01-1138 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#002 How Do We Teach Emotional Skills to Children with Suzanne TuckerJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Suzanne Tucker from Generation Mindful as they talk about how to nurture emotional intelligence in children. Suzanne’s chat includes both insightful stories and practical advice for parents and educators. Some highlights: Explore why understanding and regulating emotions is just as crucial as academic learning, with real-life examples. Learn the pivotal role of play in childhood emotional development and how it can be a tool for expression and self-regulation. Uncover the common myths about time-ins versus time-outs and their impact on children's emotional growth. Gain insights into the "ABCs of...2025-01-1138 minThe Kids Wellness Podcast#001 How to Write Kids Books that Children and Adults Love with Susan VerdeJoin Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Susan Verde, New York Times bestselling children's book author, as they talk about the art of writing for children and the impact of yoga and mindfulness in storytelling. Some highlights: Susan Verde's writing journey and inspiration from yoga and mindfulness Overcoming self-doubt and negative thinking when writing The importance of feedback and collaboration in the writing process Connecting emotionally with young readers through storytelling Encouraging aspiring authors to write regularly and share their work Find Susan Verde here: Website: https://www.susanverde.com/2025-01-1133 minThe Kids Wellness PodcastThe Kids Wellness Podcast - WelcomeWelcome to The Kids Wellness Podcast! I’m Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and I’m so excited you’re here. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a community of educators, counselors, therapists, parents, yoga instructors, and anyone who’s passionate about helping kids thrive emotionally, physically, and socially. Whether you're here for fresh ideas, expert insights, or just a little extra inspiration, you’re in the right place. In this podcast, you’ll hear from amazing guests across all areas of children’s health and wellness. We’ll dive into practical tools and st...2025-01-1102 min
Educate & Rejuvenate: The PodcastKids Yoga 101: Simple Breathing and Mindfulness for Every Teacher with Giselle Shardlow from Kids Yoga Stories [#156]What if there was a way to bring calm and focus to your classroom or home without needing extra time, space, or materials? In our latest episode of the *Educate and Rejuvenate* podcast, we explore how kids' yoga and mindful breathing can do just that. Special guest Giselle Shardlow from *Kids Yoga Stories* joins us to share simple, impactful techniques that any teacher or parent can incorporate into daily routines. Here’s a breakdown of our conversation, filled with insights on how yoga and mindfulness can transform both teaching and parenting experiences.Connect with Giselle:Visit he...2024-11-1239 min
The Balanced Educator Podcast: Education | Mindfulness | Growth Mindset172. How Meditation and Yoga Helps Children in School with Giselle Shardlow from Kids Yoga Stories
Are you looking for strategies to improve classroom management?
A great place to start is by teaching emotional regulation skills to your students. This will help them better self-regulate and better manage their behaviours. But how do you teach self-regulation skills to kids?
Yoga and mindfulness is a great way to teach emotional regulation to students in a fun and engaging way!
In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we interview Giselle Shardlow from Kids Yoga Stories. We ask what is kids yoga and how is it different from adult yoga? Giselle...2024-06-0534 min
Anxiety Warriors Podcast156. "How human of me" with Giselle Shardlow"Life is a balance of holding on and letting go." -Rumi
On today's episode Abby and Margot welcome their next guest, Giselle Shardlow. Giselle is a former classroom educator and trained yoga professional. She's the founder of Kids Yoga Stories, a company dedicated to creating valuable resources to bring yoga to kids everywhere and much more. Her story is largely about how she's framed her anxiety into two parts. The first from before she became a Mom and the second from after. Growing up she was labeled as a worry wort or "overly sensitive", but didn't...2024-05-031h 10
Raising Healthy Kid Brains72. Yoga and Mindfulness for Kids with Giselle ShardlowThere’s so much in the practice of yoga that parents and teachers can use to help kids have amazing experiences. This week, I’m speaking to Giselle Shardlow, an elementary teacher, yoga instructor, and founder of Kids Yoga Stories, to introduce us to the world of yoga for children. Join us as Giselle walks us through the five C’s of kids yoga, and why play and yoga work so well together. She’s showing us how yoga empowers children of all ages to self-regulate and manage big emotions, and some of the biggest benefits...2024-04-1132 min
Live Your YogaCreating Kids Yoga Stories with Giselle ShardlowWelcome to the Live Your Yoga Podcast!Our guest for this episode is Giselle Shardlow. Giselle is the author of Kids Yoga Stories. Her Yoga books for kids get children learning, moving and having fun. Giselle draws from her experience as teacher, traveler, yoga practitioner and mum to write the stories found at www.kidsyogastories.com. The purpose of Giselle's books is to foster happy, healthy, and globally educated children.In this episode of the podcast Giselle talks with Juan about her creative process and shares some background behind her work.To find...2022-02-0439 min
Lose the Cape! Moms who want to change the worldEp 174 Traci Clayton - Raising Kids with Abundance Mindset {Mental Health Month}May is Mental Health Awareness Month! In this episode, Alexa and Nancy chat with Dr. Traci Clayton, author of the best-selling Abundant Kids Rock!, a resource to help children live abundant and joyful lives by creating mindset shifts. We talk about the seemingly rising incidences of depression and anxiety and the mind-body connection.
In this episode, we talked about:
Traci's R.O.C.K method, which outlines four steps to becoming more joyfulThe power of positive thinkingCoping Skills (Check out this post from our archives by Janine Halloran.)Abundant Kids Rock!, by Traci ClaytonAmy Cuddy's TED Talk on body languageMarietta Gol...2019-05-2400 minLose the Cape! Moms who want to change the worldLose the Cape 059 – Giselle ShardlowGiselle Shardlow Giselle is an author of yoga books for children who uses her experience as a teacher, yogi and mother. This episode is sponsored by Write.Publish.Sell! Do you want to write a book, but don’t know where to start? How about if you could get your first step done – and write your outline in […]2017-02-1300 min