Yoga in the Classroom
Yoga in the Classroom is written to give school teachers, administrators and educators the tools to explore yoga with their students.
Gail Walsh taught yoga in schools for many years (she still does), and created this manual because teachers asked for it. Teachers wanted a way to study yoga independently with their students. They saw for themselves how helpful yoga could be in creating a more calm and inspiring environment for learning. The benefits of yoga in over-all health and well-being especially appealed to these teachers.
Stretching, strengthening and balancing postures (asana), breathing techniques (pranayama), mindfulness, relaxation and meditation practices comprise the book. Each posture has lore and anecdotes, anatomy and physiology, and benefits – how specific practices effect balance, flexibility, focus, and more.
Any and all teachers may read the instructions aloud, show students the pen and ink illustrations, and encourage pupils in the practice of yoga at their desks, standing beside their desks, or in an open area in the classroom ( or outdoors! ).
One section is devoted to students who are emotionally or physically disadvantaged, and how yoga can help them.
The book is accessible, fun and a pleasure to share with your students.
