We spend a lot of time talking about student well-being—and for good reason. But new research offers an important reminder: The well-being of the adults in the room matters, too. A recent study published in the Journal of Educational Psychology examined 679 mathematics teachers and more than 17,500 students across eight countries. Researchers wanted to […]
Mindful Moments can be a simple, practical way to support student self-regulation, focus, and emotional awareness—but educators often have questions about how to make them work in real school settings. In the videos linked below, Yoga 4 Classrooms owner and former school counselor Sarah Kirk, Ph.D., answers three FAQs we hear often: Do educators need […]
Let’s hear from Lucia Lauria, 6th grade teacher in Long Island, New York. Lucia has over 25 years of experience in elementary and middle school settings. Additionally, she is a certified yoga instructor and uniquely integrates wellness with academics. She practices yoga in her daily life, recognizes its immense value, and is passionate about sharing […]
Mindful Moments are one of the simplest ways to help students build self-regulation, focus, and emotional awareness, yet a few common misconceptions can keep educators from getting started. In the videos linked below, Yoga 4 Classrooms owner and former school counselor Sarah Kirk, Ph.D., addresses three of the questions she hears most often: from what […]
Did you know you can use DonorsChoose to bring Yoga 4 Classrooms training and resources to your students? DonorsChoose is a nonprofit crowdfunding platform that allows public school educators (any educators— not just teachers!) to request materials, supplies, and professional learning experiences for their classrooms. Educators create a project describing what they need, and donors […]
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open and highlighted by The New York Times found a dramatic increase in children’s mental health concerns over the past decade. Researchers examining insurance claims for 1.8 million children discovered that pediatric mental health visits rose from 5.7% in 2014 to 9.7% in 2023—with anxiety increasing by more […]
In an increasingly digital world, the gap between children and the natural environment is widening. Yet, we are at a critical juncture where the health of our planet depends on the empathy of the next generation. As educators and parents, we often ask: How do we teach a five-year-old about the Amazon rainforest without overwhelming […]
As we enter April, we know that any New Year’s Resolution we set is probably out the window (Forbes says only about 13% of us say they have lasted this long). However, a recent article from The New York Times highlights a reassuring message for us all: goals and resolutions that support mental and brain […]
Parents and educators are increasingly asking an important question: When is the right time for a child to have a smartphone? New research suggests that delaying access to a smartphone could support well-being. A recent large-scale study published in Pediatrics followed more than 10,000 children across the U.S. and found that children who had smartphones by age 12 were at […]
Supporting students day after day requires energy, presence, and care- for others and for yourself. Self-care for educators is not about adding more to your to-do list; it is about noticing what supports your well-being and choosing small, sustainable practices that help you stay grounded. Self-care is often misunderstood in education and framed as something […]
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