In this book, early fluent readers will learn how crafting can help us focus, practice creativity, and increase mindfulness. Step-by-step instructions help readers draw, make vision boards, and create mandalas. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce the content. Fun, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about increasing focus and practicing mindfulness through art and creativity. Includes helpful hints, sidebars, a table of contents, glossary, index, and tips for educators and caregivers. Mindful Crafting is part of Jump!'s The Art of Mindfulness series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Whether you enjoy writing, performing, dancing, or cooking, making art can be healing and rewarding. Creating art can help relieve stress and increase mindfulness. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, The Art of Mindfulness introduces readers to a variety of artistic activities to mindfully engage in, while emphasizing social and emotional learning (SEL). With how-to projects and step-by-step instructions, readers will learn to recognize and reflect on how mindful awareness through art can help them manage stress and increase focus in their lives. Try This! and Grow with Goals activities in each title help readers actively reflect on the subject matter and set their own goals to promote growth mindset. Each title includes sidebars, helpful hints, tips for educators and caregivers, a table of contents, glossary, and index

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