The Joy of Mindfulness with Dorie the Dog

<p><em style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The Joy of Mindfulness with Dorie the Dog</em><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> is a heartwarming picture book that helps young children slow down breathe and notice the beauty in the world around them.</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Written and illustrated by Katie O'Brien M.Ed. an experienced art teacher artist and mindfulness advocate this story blends social-emotional learning (SEL) gratitude and creativity into one soothing colorful read.</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>- Perfect for classrooms bedtime or counseling sessions-kids will learn:</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>-Simple breathing and self-regulation techniques</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>-How to find peace and gratitude in nature and color</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>- Positive affirmations that boost confidence and joy</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>- A mindful coloring section that nurtures calm focus</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Even if your child struggles with big emotions or busy thoughts Dorie's mindful walks teach that peace is always within reach.</span></p><p></p><p>Therapist Approved! </p><p><em style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>Dorie brings such serenity and warmth to the pages gently guiding children to slow down notice the world around them and connect to the present moment. This beautifully written and illustrated story is both calming and inspiring-a lovely introduction to mindfulness for children. The daily affirmations are wonderful reminders and can serve as building blocks for internalizing gratitude and peace cultivating these qualities early on</em></p><p><em style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>Rose Markotic LMFT</em></p><p></p><p></p>