Preschool and Early Elementary
Ages 2 mos - 7 years
Cultivating Mindfulness at Every Age
Formerly Mindful New Jersey
Mindfulness practices offer profound benefits for children as young as 2 years old. During these formative years, children are naturally curious and receptive to learning how to understand their emotions, develop focus, and build meaningful connections with others.
Our age-appropriate mindfulness curricula for preschool and early elementary students create a foundation for lifelong emotional resilience, attention skills, and self-awareness.
Why Mindfulness for Young Children?
Stories and activities that nurture kindness toward self and others, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
Develop stronger attention spans and listening skills
Build emotional vocabulary and regulation strategies
Enhance self-awareness and body awareness
Learn simple calming techniques they can use independently
Cultivate kindness toward themselves and others
Build resilience for navigating life's challenges
Program Options
Full Semester
Consistent weekly classes that build a strong foundation in mindfulness over several months
Multi-Week Workshops
Focused 4, 6, or 8-week programs with once-weekly visits
Two-Day Intro Courses
Introduction to mindfulness for students, plus teacher training to support ongoing implementation
What Children Learn
Age-Appropriate Attention Training
Simple, engaging practices that help children develop focused awareness through playful activities that match their developmental stage.
Body Awareness
Playful exercises that develop awareness of bodily sensations and the mind-body connection, helping children recognize how emotions feel in their bodies.
Emotional Literacy
Activities that help children identify, understand, and work with different emotions, building a foundation for emotional intelligence.
Compassion Cultivation
Stories and activities that nurture kindness toward self and others, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
Bring Mindfulness to Your School
Ready to introduce mindfulness to your students? Contact us to discuss which program option best fits your school's needs and schedule.
Or contact us directly at: info@mindfulartsNJ.com | (551) 276-2443