A Month of Mindful Moments: A Guidebook and Journal for Girls

A Month of Mindful Moments: A Guidebook & Journal for Girls by Guidance Counselor, Educator, & Author Laura D'Angelo, M.Ed., illustrated by Rebecca Dias, invites girls on a journey in self-exploration and self-care through mindfulness, with research-based prompts and activities that are relevant, uplifting and fun

From nature walks to star-gazing, performing acts of kindness, mindful breathing, and keeping a gratitude jar, each activity is especially designed for preteen and middle grade girls, and includes a mindful reflection that helps girls understand and appreciate themselves and the world around them. With whimsical, nautical-themed illustrations, proven techniques, and valuable content, this well-crafted journal inspires and empowers girls to navigate the storms of life with confidence and courage.

Includes:

• MINDFUL ACTIVITIES include diary writing, acts of kindness, thankfulness jar, mindful breathing, nature walk, inspirational quotes, crafts, coloring, and more, with mindfulness-based prompts and reflections accompanying each activity.

• RESEARCH-BASED techniques and easy-to-understand explanations help girls learn to recognize and regulate positive and negative emotions, stress and anxiety.

• CREATIVE JOURNAL layout and illustrated design allows girls to color and personalize every page

• REFLECTIVE PROMPTS invite self-exploration, as well as shared conversations about self-esteem, growth mindset and emotional health for home, classroom and group discussions

• PARENT & TEACHER ADDENDUM shares tips on how to use this journal as a mother-daughter, father-daughter, or family activity book, or as a guidance curriculum supplement for mentoring, classroom and homeschool contexts

Quotes from Author Laura D'Angelo, M.Ed.:

"Why should we take time for mindfulness? We know that it is important to keep our bodies healthy. We do this by eating well and exercising. Likewise, to keep our minds healthy, we must get enough sleep and keep learning new things. But what about the health of our hearts--the part of us that feels, loves, dreams, hopes and connects?" --from "Why Should We Take Time for Mindfulness?"

"You are important. You matter. You are a beautiful person." --from "A Note from Laura"